SDI Programs

July 4-July 24, 2027

SDI 2025. Photo by Drew Berry.

The Summer Dance Intensive (SDI) is a three-week program that offers students a challenging, inspiring, and rewarding dance experience in a supportive, creative, and safe learning environment.

SDI features two program streams: the Professional Training Program (PTP) and Open Registration.

Professional Training Program (PTP)

The PTP is an audition-based program for students currently in Grades 5-12.

  • Students currently in Grades 6-12 may be considered for the full-time Professional Training Program.
  • Local students currently in Grades 5 and 6 may be considered for the Pre-Professional Program.

Open Registration

The Open Registration program does not require an audition. Students can simply register online and enjoy a summer focused on developing their technique, building confidence, and expanding their dance skills.

Open Registration is open to students currently in Grades 5-12.

Training Together

Students in both the PTP and Open Registration programs share classes and training opportunities, with placement determined by age and ability level.

Classes include:

  • Ballet Technique
  • Pointe Work
  • Boy’s Work
  • Repertoire
  • Modern
  • Contemporary
  • Character
  • Jazz
  • Hip Hop
  • Conditioning
 
The Summer Dance Intensive offers students and faculty the chance to train together in a supportive studio environment, providing an excellent opportunity to explore whether QBSC is the right fit for you.

Visit Auditions & Masterclasses for more information.

 

SDI ARTISTIC STAFF

Desirée Botting – Artistic Director

Catherine Taylor – Artistic Director Emerita

Angela Agudo – Ballet

Gizella Witkowsky – Ballet, Pointe, Repertoire

Alina Adjemian – Ballet, Contemporary Ballet, Pointe

Ellen Moore – Modern

Kareem Byfield – Jazz, Hip Hop

Allison Nichol – Contemporary

 

SDI GUEST TEACHERS

Sophie Lawson – Ballet, Pointe

Absalon Figueroa – Ballet, Boys work, Conditioning, Ballet Accompanist

 


Visit our ARTISTIC STAFF page for Bios of our faculty.