Detroit Opera Dance Masterclasses

Dance Masterclasses

Are you or your child an area dancer? Would you like to learn from some of the best dancers in the industry? Our Dance @ Detroit Opera masterclasses are open to dancers that meet the specified requirements and are free with a corresponding ticket stub to that weekend’s performances (or $15 without a ticket stub). Masterclasses take place in the Margo V. Cohen Center for Dance in the Ford Center for Learning at the Detroit Opera House. Pre-registration is required.

Upcoming Masterclasses

Complexions Contemporary Ballet | photo credit: Rachel Neville

CCB Masterclass/ Academy Audition

This masterclass/audition will be taught by company members of the Complexions Contemporary Ballet and will include Complexions’ NIQUE, their signature contemporary ballet technique combining classical and contemporary vocabulary. This class is most suitable for intermediate/advanced dancers ages 13 and up.

This class is both a masterclass and a CCB Academy winter/summer program audition. The audition is optional. Pre-registration is required due to space limitations.

December 7, 2024

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Alvin Ailey Masterclass. Members of Alvin Ailey American Dance Theater. Photo by Dario Calmese

Alvin Ailey Masterclass

This Master Class will be taught by company members of world famous Alvin Ailey American Dance Theatre. Master Class will include modern technique and movement from Mr. Ailey’s signature works. Pre-registration is required due to space limitations.

March 15, 2025

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Les Saisons - Malandain Ballet Biarritz Masterclass

Malandain Ballet Biarritz Masterclass

This masterclass will be taught by company members of internationally-renowned Malandain Ballet Biarritz. The masterclass will highlight ballet technique. This class is most suitable for intermediate/advanced dancers ages 13 and up. Pre-registration is required due to space limitations.

April 26, 2025

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