Directed by Gerri Houlihan
The Dance Professionals Workshop (DPW) is growing and evolving to meet the needs of dance artists and educators across the country. In response to popular requests, there are now two ways in which you may participate in this experience.

DPW Dance Sampler
Option 1: June 24–July 1
Option 2: July 1–8* (the ADF will be closed on July 4)
Option 3: July 8–15
Option 4: July 15–22

The DPW Dance Sampler allows you to choose the dates you would like to attend ADF in a self-guided exploration of classes and performances offered at the festival. Participants will be able to choose from available classes in the Six Week School. This workshop provides an opportunity to experience the wide range of dance practices at the ADF and to build connections with other artists and educators in the field.

Participants should check in by 12 noon on the Sunday of their selected week.

DPW Intensive
June 23–July 1

The DPW Intensive is a nine day workshop that will provide the unique opportunity of studying with the ADF faculty in classes that have been specifically designed to address the needs and interests of dance practitioners and educators, in addition to offering the freedom to explore the breadth of dance training available through the festival's Six Week School. This is a very special opportunity to connect and engage with other dance artists in the field and to study with members of ADF's faculty through a more individualized exchange.

We are pleased to announce that there are two scholarships available for the DPW Intensive. Currently, DPW scholarships are offered in the names of Donna Faye Burchfield and Dr. Charles R. "Chuck" Davis.

To apply, please submit the following with your application:

1. Resumé
2. A one-page statement explaining how this experience would be of professional benefit to you.

The deadline for submitting a DPW scholarship application is April 1.

On Saturday, June 23, DPW Intensive check-in will take place in the morning on Duke’s East Campus, followed by an orientation and additional opening day activities.  More information regarding the first few days of the program will be mailed to students after acceptance.

To be eligible for the Dance Professionals Workshop, you must have completed an undergraduate program or have 5 years of professional experience. All DPW participants will be able to obtain a Certificate of Completion at the conclusion of the program.

For those of you who would like to consider spending a second week at ADF, we would like to offer you the opportunity to extend your time with us by adding a second DPW week at half the cost. This can be combined with either the DPW Sampler or the DPW Intensive.

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