Children's Center For Dance Education - Dance studio in Evansville, Indiana
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Children's Center For Dance Education

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5900 Vogel Road

Evansville, Indiana 47715

Opening Hours
  • Monday: 4:00 - 8:30 PM
  • Tuesday: 4:00 - 8:30 PM
  • Wednesday: 4:00 - 8:30 PM
  • Thursday: 4:00 - 8:30 PM
  • Friday: 4:30 - 7:00 PM
  • Saturday: 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM
  • Sunday: Closed
29 programs

About Children's Center For Dance Education

The Children's Center For Dance Education (CCDE), located in Evansville, Indiana, is a distinguished 501c(3) nonprofit organization established in 1995. Dedicated to nurturing young talent and fostering a lifelong love for dance, CCDE offers comprehensive dance education for all ages and abilities, from three years old through adulthood. As a regional ballet school, CCDE champions a new paradigm by integrating innovative programming, artistic integrity, and extensive community outreach. Under the artistic vision of Artistic Director Deena Laska Lewis, the center provides a well-rounded curriculum encompassing foundational and advanced techniques in Ballet, Jazz, Tap, Hip Hop, and Contemporary. Specific class offerings include 'Pre-Ballet,' 'Ballet 1' through 'Company' levels, 'Pointe/Conditioning,' and 'Back to the Barre' which uniquely integrates tap. CCDE emphasizes performance and development through programs like 'The Nutcracker' and various 'Company' classes and rehearsals. Their touring company shares the art of ballet across the tri-state area, and they actively partner with local schools on educational materials. CCDE is committed to offering dance opportunities regardless of background, building self-confidence, positive body image, and essential life skills through accessible teaching and large-scale productions.

Styles offered at Children's Center For Dance Education

Programs from Children's Center For Dance Education

29 programs available

Classes

Back to the Barre
$15.00

Back to the Barre $15 Drop-In

Pre-Company/Company
$180.00

Pre-Company/Company - 12+ Studio Class = $180/month​

Ballet 3
$144.00

Ballet 3 - Ages 9-11 Studio Class = $144/month​

Ballet 2
$120.00

Ballet 2 - Ages 7-8 Studio Class = $120/month​

Ballet 1
$99.00

Ballet 1 - Ages 5-6 Studio Class = $99/month​

Pre-Ballet
$90.00

Pre-Ballet - Ages 4-5 Studio Class = $90month​

Back to the Barre (Open)

For all levels and ages starting with stretching on the floor. Barre exercises with basic ballet vocabulary covers positions and movements such as plie, tendu, releve, pique, port de bras, rond de jambe, fondu, and frappe. Class proceeds to the center floor with waltz, soutenu, arabesque, pas de bourree, and pirouette. Concludes with tap for cardio as time permits.

Company

Pre-Company and Company level for the advanced dancers. Company auditions for 2024/2025 are September 7. The CCDE Company tours the Tri-State area performing, as well as, performing at many community events in the area

Ballet 3

For the intermediate student who has demonstrated the ability to accomplish more difficult technique. This student has had experience in pointe work. This is typically apprentice and company class level. To take classes at this level a student must have the approval of the Artistic Director.

Ballet 2

This level continues muscle coordination and more complicated movement while also begin pre-pointe training.

Ballet 1

This level focuses on dance understanding as well as social structure while continuing to learn classical movement.

Pre-Ballet

This level continues to focus on motor skills, but it also emphasizes muscle development, coordination, and more advanced ballet technique including beginning barre techniques and beginning center work.

creative movement class

From only age three, children can begin understanding dance and reaping the benefits at Children's Center for Dance Education. Our creative movement class, teaches little ones about the world around them and helps to start learning motor skills.

Back to the Barre

Friday 10:00 a.m. - 11:15 a.m.
Ballet 1

Monday 4:30 p.m. - 5:30 p.m.
Men's Class

Monday 5:30 p.m. - 6:30 p.m.
Ballet III and Company

Monday 5:30 p.m. - 6:30 p.m.
Pointe/Conditioning

Monday 6:30 p.m. - 7:15 p.m.
Company

Saturday 10:00 a.m. - 11:30 a.m.
Ballet III

Saturday 10:15 a.m. - 11:30 a.m.
Rehearsal Warm up

Saturday 11:30 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.
Rehearsal

Saturday 12:00 p.m. - 3:00 p.m.
Pre-Ballet

Thursday 4:15 p.m. - 5:00 p.m.
Ballet II

Thursday 5:00 p.m. - 6:00 p.m.
Company Rehearsal

Thursday 7:00 p.m. - 8:30 p.m.
Pre -Ballet

Tuesday 4:30 p.m. - 5:15 p.m.
Outreach Program

Wednesday 3:30 p.m. - 5:00 p.m.
Ballet I

Wednesday 4:30 p.m. - 5:30 p.m.
Pointe/Contemporary

Wednesday 6:30 p.m. - 7:15 p.m.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I contact Children's Center For Dance Education?

Call Children's Center For Dance Education at (812) 421-8066 or visit http://www.childdance.org/.

How much do classes cost at Children's Center For Dance Education?

Classes at Children's Center For Dance Education range from $15 to $180.

Does Children's Center For Dance Education offer morning classes?

Yes, Children's Center For Dance Education has morning availability. Monday: 4:00 - 8:30 PM, Tuesday: 4:00 - 8:30 PM, Wednesday: 4:00 - 8:30 PM, Thursday: 4:00 - 8:30 PM, Friday: 4:30 - 7:00 PM, Saturday: 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM.

What is Children's Center For Dance Education's phone number?

You can phone Children's Center For Dance Education at (812) 421-8066.

What is the best way to contact Children's Center For Dance Education?

The quickest way is to call (812) 421-8066 or visit http://www.childdance.org/.