WHO WE ARE

DNA — Developing New Artists — is a next-generation performing arts platform built for dancers who want more than trophies.

We develop complete artists by combining elite dance training with acting, voice, and real-world performance skills — all within a structured, intentional environment designed for long-term growth.

We don’t chase hype.
We build artists.

WHO WE ARE FOR

DNA is for dancers ages 7–19 who are ready to grow into well-rounded performers — not just strong competitors.

It’s for artists who:

Train seriously and want more depth

Are curious about acting and voice, not just choreography

Want feedback that actually helps them improve

Care about growth, not just placement

DNA is for families who:

Value long-term development over short-term wins

Want clarity, structure, and transparency

Believe confidence and professionalism matter as much as medals

DNA is for studios who:

Want meaningful training experiences for their dancers

Value ethics, fairness, and education

Are looking to support students beyond a single weekend

WHAT WE'RE ABOUT

DNA is about training with purpose.

Every class, performance, and opportunity is designed to:

Build versatility across dance, acting, and voice

Develop confidence, adaptability, and professionalism

Provide clear feedback and real direction

Create pathways that extend beyond a single weekend

Competition exists — but development comes first.
Recognition matters — but growth matters more.

VISION | MISSION | VALUES

Our VISION is to create a training ecosystem where artists:

Understand who they are

Discover what they’re capable of

Leave with tools that actually translate to the industry

Train for the job — not the trophy.

DNA’s MISSION is to develop confident, versatile, and prepared performing artists through intentional training, honest feedback, and real opportunities for growth.

We exist to:

Provide structure in an industry that often prioritizes outcomes over development

Equip young artists with skills that translate beyond competition

Create an environment where growth is valued as much as achievement

DNA's VALUES are built on principles that protect artists, support families, and preserve integrity — even as we grow.

We prioritize artist development and long-term growth over short-term wins.

Progress matters more than placement.

Triple-threat training isn’t about doing more — it’s about becoming more.

We value expression, adaptability, and storytelling across all disciplines.

We prepare artists for real-world demands, with pathways beyond the weekend. Confidence is built through support, not fear.

Growth requires clarity. We believe in feedback that is direct, age-appropriate, and constructive — never performative or harmful.

Opportunities are earned, explained, and delivered. No favoritism. No politics. No pay-to-play advancement.

We treat artists as people first — not products. Parents, studios, and faculty are partners in the journey.

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WEEKEND EXPERIENCE

A DNA weekend is not about cramming in as many classes as possible.
It’s about creating an experience that builds confidence, reveals potential, and provides real direction.

Every element of the weekend is intentionally designed — from the pacing of classes to the role of competition — so artists are challenged without being overwhelmed, and supported without being coddled.

This is training with structure.
This is development with purpose.

FRIDAY

FOUNDATION & DISCOVERY

Friday sets the tone for the entire weekend.

Artists are introduced to dance, acting, and voice in a low-pressure, supportive environment designed to:

Establish expectations

Build comfort across disciplines

Encourage curiosity and confidence

Create a shared starting point for all participants

Foundation Friday is not about testing or ranking.
It’s about exploration, engagement, and momentum — giving artists the space to step outside their comfort zone and settle into the DNA experience.

SATURDAY

TRAINING, APPLICATION & PERFORMANCE

Saturday is where intensity increases and learning deepens.

Artists move through a carefully balanced schedule that includes:

High-level dance training across commercially relevant styles

Acting and voice classes that strengthen presence, storytelling, and communication

A professionally run competition environment that allows artists to apply what they’ve learned on stage

This is where adaptability, focus, and professionalism come into play.

Saturday isn’t just about how artists perform —
it’s about how they learn, apply, and respond under pressure.

SUNDAY

RECOGNITION, FEEDBACK & DIRECTION

Sunday brings clarity.

Rather than ending the weekend with unanswered questions, DNA focuses on:

Meaningful recognition

Honest, age-appropriate feedback

Clear next steps for continued development

Opportunities, invitations, and acknowledgments are delivered intentionally — with context and purpose — so artists and families understand what was earned, why it matters, and what comes next.

A DNA weekend doesn’t end with hype.
It ends with direction.

TOUR STOPS

DNA is launching its inaugural tour — bringing the Developing New Artists experience to select cities across the country.

Each stop delivers the same high-level training, triple-threat curriculum, and development-first environment, regardless of location.

We’re starting intentionally.
Fewer cities. Higher impact.