Character dances are most commonly theatrical, compelling and immersive folk dances from around the world. This dance style has taken influences from e.g. Eastern Europe, Spain and Italy.
Character dance lessons include center floor exercises and exercises at the barre, but the main focus is in choreography work. Students need character dance shoes. In addition to developing good coordination and sense of rhythm, the students ability to express themselves through dance grows as well.
We have three classes for this group, and they are skill-based.
“Karakteri 1” is for 9-year-olds who are just starting the dance genre or have been with it for a year, “karakteri 2” is for slightly more experienced dancers, and “karakteri 3” is for those who have practiced character dance for at least 2 years prior and are advanced.
Enrollment for new students is open. Spring semester begins on January 7th, 2025.