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FrediDance Project


FrediDanceProject is the official dance company of Ultimate Dance Center serving as a beacon to the surrounding Central Florida areas, the US and the world , through providing dance arts education and entertainment to undeserved communities, it reaches and touches the lives of thousands. FDP Presents live performances , workshops, Master Classes, Intensive Programs ,along with a wide variety of artistic projects and collaborations with other artists, groups and musicians.

The goal of FrediDanceProject Summer Intensive 2017 CHANCE TO DANCE Campaign was inspired by Artistic Director F De Jesus recognition of a need for high quality Dance Instruction, training and mentor ship for aspiring young dancers. Awards are based on financial need and demonstrations of talent , drive and family support. The program promises a unique contemporary experience , that challenges dancers mental , physical and spiritual approach to the art of dance.

Dancers are given intense daily class and repertoire with world reknowned dance artists invited by De Jesus to challenge the selected dancers to their maximum. FrediDanceProject is Bringing the best in dance from outside of the existing dance arts community of Central Florida and Polk County , to inspire continued growth within the arts by bringing such prestigious guest artists to teach and work with students who may never get such an opportunity without an FDPSI CHANCE TO DANCE Scholarship.
The connection of passion and potential help develop the dancers attitude about being artists and coaches them to focus on a long term dance career that is a reflection of their successful daily lives. Students range from age 12- adult and come from all over Florida and the U.S. The program is proudly presented at Ultimate Dance Center in Lakeland Florida and will showcase the students every Friday at 7 pm July 10-23
Classes in Ballet, Contemporary, Improvisation and Composition are implemented daily along with lectures and performance projects. The dancers pre professional experience is directed by Ferdinand Freddie De Jesus.

FrediDanceProject summer intensive presents an artistically dynamic experience for dancers.
Senior Division Summer Intensive 
Participate in an exciting, artistic and technique building training program while working directly with Artistic director Ferdinand De Jesus while studying in a variety of dance techniques. Train with master teachers and world renowned choreographers from around the globe.  A part of the proceeds will go to guest artists we bring into FDP such as Sara "Primary" Lieck NYC based dancer, choreographer, and creative producer. Who's work you will see this season on FDP dancers. 

Take class alongside professional dancers of 
FrediDanceProject and get one on one coaching from Company director prestigious guest artists in residency and dancers . Selected students have an opportunity to perform original and traditional choreography in a final performance held at the end of the intensive.
This program is designed for intermediate and advanced students ages 12 and up who are committed to enhancing their dance training on a pre professional level. The program is geared to providing students with a chance to improve artistic development, experience a professional company process and acquire lifelong career building connections and network .

FrediDanceProject focus is also placed on educating dancers about dance history, theory, choreographic process and maintaining healthy lifestyles with support from on site physical therapists to offer injury prevention and knowledge. Participants of the FrediDanceProject Summer Intensive will gain the technique and experience that will build their knowledge, strength and ability to pursue professional careers in dance. 

Room and Board is available at the IMPERIAL SWAN HOTEL 
( rates)
Classes are also available for dancers interested to join for single classes with some of our exemplary staff 
Video auditions accepted. Please email link to [email redacted] 
2 week Intensive 
July 10-23 2017
Performance on 23 

Schedule
930-1030 Contemporary Ballet
1030 -1230 Repertory 
1230-130 LUNCH/ BREAK 
130-230 Contemporary Modern 
230-430 Repertory 
430 -530-Dinner Break 
530-730 Choreo Lab / Interns 
/ Master Classes / Improvisation 


Words from the Director Ferdinand DeJesus...
"Phrases are technically driven, exploring linear movements and gesture in ways that are proven to challenge a dancer’s abilities and intellect...choreography emphasizes maximum movement commitment, pushing the physical expression of the dancer’s abilities."
"My choreography reflects a truth that lives within me. I believe its what connects me to my dancers, my audience , my students and my collaborators. In the creative process ,the exploration of physical truth and vulnerability are strongly emphasized."
-F De Jesus

Organizer and beneficiary

Sara "Primary" Lieck
Organizer
Lakeland, FL
Ferdinand DeJesus
Beneficiary

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