The Summer Dance Intensive at Sam Houston State University is dedicated to furthering the artistic and technical range of emerging dancers. By linking stellar faculty with the next generation of dancers, the program aims to develop the artist and stress the importance of individual growth.

Registration

Registration is now open!

• Early Bird Registration Deadline: Wednesday, April 1, 2026
• Priority Deadline: Wednesday, June 24, 2026

Who is this for

The SHSU Summer Dance Intensive is open to dancers ages 13-18

What to expect

SDI offers two specialized tracks: contemporary and commercial. The contemporary track will be led by Department of Dance faculty member Travis Lake, and the commercial track will be led by NFL cheerleader Michelle Maldonado.

Each day begins with two high-energy technique classes, followed by an afternoon dedicated to the creative process of learning a new original dance work. The intensive concludes with a performance in the Montague Dance Theater. 

For questions or additional information, please contact shsudance@shsu.edu

For a full calendar of College of Arts & Media events, visit shsu.edu/camevents.