DMA’s Partnership Approach to Arts Education
Our unique and innovative approach to partnering with professional, collegiate, and nationally ranked organizations within the arts and entertainment industry is what truly sets us apart from other arts education programs. These partnerships provide our students with extraordinary opportunities that are unrivaled by any other program in the industry. By establishing strong connections with esteemed organizations, we are able to offer our aspiring artists unprecedented access to industry professionals, exclusive performances, and world-class opportunities. This exposure allows our students to learn directly from the best in the business, gain valuable insights into the inner workings of the industry, and build relationships with key players that can potentially shape their future careers.
Through these collaborations, we are able to offer a wide range of opportunities for growth and advancement in our students' artistic careers. From unique audition experiences to specialized workshops and prestigious performance opportunities, we ensure that our students receive the exposure they need to succeed in their chosen fields. Our commitment to forging strategic partnerships demonstrates our dedication to providing the best possible training and opportunities for success to our students. We take pride in staying at the forefront of innovation within the arts industry and consistently seek new and exciting ways to elevate the experiences of our aspiring artists, ensuring that they are well-equipped to thrive in their creative endeavors.
Chicago Repertory Ballet
The partnership between DMA and Chicago Repertory Ballet (CRB) provides students with direct access to industry professionals, offering them invaluable mentorship opportunities that can help shape their dance careers. By being connected with CRB, students have a clearly paved pathway from their training at DMA to the professional world, established by the guidance and support of the professionals at CRB. This connection not only fosters growth and refinement in their dance skills, but also provides insight into the realities of a professional dance career, giving students a comprehensive and holistic training experience that prepares them for success in the world of ballet.
Trifecta Dance Collective
Established ten years ago, The Trifecta Dance Collective is a professional contemporary dance company based in Chicago that is dedicated to serving and connecting with a variety of communities. These include our local neighborhood, the collaborative community of artists within our collective, the dynamic community of young dancers, and the broader community of dance artists nationwide. TDC is devoted to empowering and nurturing the next wave of community-driven dancers by offering opportunities for success through their youth company programming, based at DMA.
The Infinity Collective
The DMA partnership with the Infinity Collective (IC) Hip Hop Company offers students a unique opportunity to not only develop a solid foundation in various hip-hop styles, but also to immerse themselves in a vibrant and dynamic dance community as a pre-professional dancer under the IC umbrella. Through this partnership, students can hone their skills, build confidence, and find avenues to express their creativity through hip-hop dance. Whether they are looking to perform, compete, or take their training to the next level, the partnership with the Infinity Collective opens doors to new possibilities and growth in the world of hip-hop dance.
Glenbrook South Titans Poms
The collaborative programming between DMA Poms Company and GBS Titans offers a transformative journey for dancers, beginning in elementary school and continuing through to high school. This pathway seamlessly integrates top technical training for students interested in auditioning for the high school poms team. The partnership includes instruction in the "Titans of Integrity" social-emotional curriculum. This unique program was developed in partnership between DMA faculty and the GBS company directors, aiming to cultivate qualities such as teamwork, perseverance, and integrity among the dancers. By combining dance instruction with the development of essential life skills, the partnership between DMA Poms Company and GBS Titans provides a holistic and enriching experience for all participants.