Youth Performing Company

Empowering young dance artists to find and develop their creative voices.

Blacksburg Dance Theater's Youth Performing Company (YPC) is a dedicated group of older students who are ready to take the next step in their dance education. YPC dancers commit to a more rigorous dance schedule, community service, and additional performance opportunities. This program fosters a strong sense of community while encouraging personal growth, confidence, and creative expression in a supportive, inclusive environment.

Due to the popularity of our YPC program, we are excited to expand the program for Fall 2026!

The YPC that has traditionally served dancers ages 11+ will now become our YPC Senior Company, while we introduce a new YPC Junior Company for dancers ages 9-12. Both companies are invite-only and are designed to provide age-appropriate opportunities for dancers to grow as artists, performers, and members of the BDT community.

Participation in the Youth Performing Company includes the following:

  • Fall/spring recitals + special YPC choreography showing

  • Volunteer outreach performances for the residents at Warm Hearth Village and other community venues

  • Opportunities to mentor and educate younger dancers through planning and implementing Love Your Body Week activities at the studio.

  • Eligibility for membership in the National Honor Society for Dance Arts (NHSDA).

Youth Performing Company Requirements

BDT’s Youth Performing Company represents a step up in a dancer's training and performance experience. We ask that Youth Performing Company dancers commit to the following:

    • Weekly Ballet + Modern: Dancers are required to take ballet AND modern technique classes at their recommended level. We also recommend at least one additional weekly class in another style. Strength class is optional, not required.

    • Weekly Company Meeting + Rehearsal: Junior Company will meet for a 30-minute company meeting followed by a 1-hour rehearsal every Wednesday evening.

    • Ballet technique class at their recommended level (Monday evenings)

    • Modern technique class at their recommended level (Monday evenings)

    • Strength training class (Wednesday evenings)

    • Weekly company meeting (Monday evenings) AND company rehearsal (Thursday evenings)

    • One additional class of their choice

NOTE: The price of Youth Performing Company is an all-inclusive tuition covering all required weekly classes, performances, costumes for YPC, and any additional rehearsals. Please see tuition details here.

Email info@blacksburgdancetheater.com to learn more!