WINTER SERIES
December 27, 2023—January 1, 2024 in Dallas, TX
Zion Dance Project Winter Series is an activating program connecting hand-selected dancers and movers with influential teachers, choreographers, and speakers from around the world.
Join the movement lighting the way.
Winter Series
December 27, 2023—January 1, 2024 in Dallas, TX
Discover Your Purpose - Find Your Tribe - Train Your Body + Mind + Spirit
This winter, Zion Dance Project is excited for the 4th Annual WINTER SERIES hosted in Dallas, TX!
Each day, morning technique classes are offered with genres such as ballet, contemporary, modern, jazz, and more. Dancers will receive 33+ hours of teaching and impartation on topics such as identity, purpose, and inner healing.
In between morning and evening sessions, dancers will experience the unique ZDP rehearsal process. The rehearsal process for this series will be in preparation for an opportunity to learn a Zion work and perform at UPPERROOM's End of Year Conference with an international audience of thousands.
Professional Artist Track
SEEKING 15 DANCERS
Unpaid Contract
Must be 18+
$65 Registration Fee + T-Shirt
As part of your contract, ZDP will cover all classes, workshops, guest lectures and video/photoshoots expenses all valued at: $1,000
ZDP Directors look for versatile dancers with high technical ability and artistic maturity. This opportunity also includes a one day pass to UPPERROOM's End of Year conference where Zion will present a new work.
Application deadline December 10, 2023.
Resident Artist Track
Professional, Pre-Professional,
Collegiate and Intermediate/Advanced Dancers
Must be 16+
$1,000 Tuition +
$50 Registration Fee
Artists will gain professional experience in this unique rehearsal process while participating in daily technique classes and guest lectures. Tuition also includes a one day pass to UPPERROOM's End of Year conference, and opportunity to present a new work.
Application deadline December 10, 2023. Tuition due December 15, 2023.
Intro Track
Beginner-Intermediate Movers
Must be 16+
$1,000 Tuition +
$50 Registration Fee
Tuition also includes a one day pass to UPPERROOM's End of Year conference. With an open age range and a skill level of beginner to intermediate, Intro Track is designed to give the mover a taste of the technical foundations of various styles of dance including ballet, modern, contemporary and hip hop, while focusing on the Father's design for dance as a part of intercession and worship.
Application deadline December 10, 2023. Tuition due December 15, 2023.
"We believe there will be a revival movement in the field of professional dance where more artists begin to glorify and offer the gift of dance back to the Creator."
Program Details + Schedule
When: December 27, 2023-January 1, 2024
Where: Dallas, TX
Total Tuition Cost: $1,000 + $50 Registration Fee (includes Winter Series T-Shirt)
I. Artistic Development
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8+ Technique Classes with Master Teachers ranging in ballet, contemporary, modern, jazz, hip hop, improvisation and more
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12+ Hours in the ZDP Rehearsal Process
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5 Key Spiritual Leaders Seminars on topics such as identity, purpose, and inner healing
II. Performance
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New Year's Eve Performance at UPPERROOM Conference
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ZDP Dance Music Video Shoot
Schedule Outline:
Wednesday, December 27th
8:30a Check In
9:00a Orientation
10:00-11:15a Class #1
11:15-12:15p Class #2
12:15-12:45p Lunch Break
12:45-2:00p ZDP Repertoire Class / Intro Track: Worship Arts Course
2:00-4:00p End Of Year Rehearsal
4:00-4:30p Dinner Break
4:30-6:30p Speaker + Worship Session
Thursday, December 28th
10:00-11:15a Class #1
11:15-12:15p Class #2
12:15-12:45p Lunch Break
12:45-2:00p ZDP Repertoire Class / Intro Track: Worship Arts Course
2:00-4:00p End Of Year Rehearsal
4:00-4:30p Dinner Break
4:30-6:30p Speaker + Worship Session
Friday, December 29th
10:00-11:15a Class #1
11:15-12:15p Class #2
12:15-12:45p Lunch Break
12:45-2:00p ZDP Repertoire Class / Intro Track: Worship Arts Course
2:00-4:00p End Of Year Rehearsal
4:00-4:30p Dinner Break
4:30-6:30p Speaker + Worship Session
Saturday, December 30th
10:00-11:15a Class #1
11:15-12:15p Class #2
12:15-12:45p Lunch Break
12:45-3:00p End Of Year Rehearsal
Sunday, December 31st
Performance at UPPERROOM End of Year Conference
Schedule TBA
Monday, January 1st
Classes + ZDP Winter Series Video Shoot
Schedule TBA
Dancers can plan to depart January 2nd.
FAQs
What do I wear? Is there a dress code? Hair requirements? Shoes?
At Winter Series we do not have a dress code.
For hair, we just ask that hair is out of face for all classes and rehearsals.
For the Professional and Resident Tracks, we simply ask all dancers to respect the style of dance you may be practicing each day. Meaning, on a day I take ballet I will want to wear form fitting clothes which could be tights and leotard, bikers, leggings and a tank top, etc. We do ask that everyone bring a pair of ballet shoes, tennis shoes, and socks you love to dance in to the program to use throughout the 2 weeks!
For Intro Track, we simply advise you to bring clothes that you feel confident and comfortable moving in. Other than bringing tennis shoes, there are no other shoe requirements. If you have dance experience and have dance shoes such as jazz shoes or ballet shoes feel free to bring them for class!
What do I need to bring with me?
Aside from clothes and daily necessities for class and rehearsal, you will also need to pack:
Flesh Tone Undergarments for Costumes
Hair & Makeup Supplies for Performances
Foam Rollers, Massage Balls and other Body Care Needs
Journal & Bible for Speaker Sessions
Clothes for Gatherings Outside the Studio
*A final packing list will be sent to all participating dancers a month prior to the start of the program.
How long is the dance day?
All day!
Dance days last approximately 10 hours each day. Please reference the daily schedule outline above. Each day is different. Dancers will receive a full schedule the month before the event!
The week will be intense. We strongly encourage everyone to prepare your body for long days of moving before coming.
Will there be auditions for the 2024-2025 Season?
Yes! All participants who are interested in auditioning for ZDP's upcoming season may use the Winter Series as your audition. During the first week of the series, we ask that anyone who may be interested in auditioning to please send a letter of intent via email (ziondanceproject@gmail.com) so that our directors know that you desire to use your time at Winter Series as an audition.
Does ZDP provide housing?
Unfortunately at this time ZDP is unable to provide housing for Winter Series participants. All dancers will be responsible to arrange housing.
If you are interested in finding an AirBnB or Hotel to share with other Series Dancers, email ziondanceproject@gmail.com to get info about the ZDP Housing Facebook group to connect with other participants who will be joining us this summer!
Do I need access to a car? Is public transit an option?
If you plan to stay close to the the convention center, you will be within walking distance of all the areas we will be meeting in. Uber and Lyft are always a great option for the week.
Do you have to be a Christian to attend Winter Series?
No. Everyone is welcome to the table! During Winter Series we set a table for all to come and feast on the joy and freedom that shines from Zion. So if you are looking for a cultural/spiritual exchange, this may be for you! Come and join us at the table!