BDC’s Professional Semester is ideal for advanced dancers ready to launch their professional careers. This program is open to dancers from the USA and international students. This 4-month intensive full-time program is designed to give you the skills and connections you need to establish yourself as a working dancer. If you’re coming from a university or high school dance program, or are pre-professional looking for further momentum to establish connections in the dance industry, BDC will provide you with the practical knowledge and experience needed for a successful career in dance. In addition to your scheduled weekly classes with our Faculty you’ll attend industry seminars, networking opportunities, private curated classes in a variety of genres, mock auditions that provide real-world experience, and a final industry showcase. This program will give you the confidence to take that next step in your career. Get ready to work!
18-100
January 13th, 2025 - May 2nd, 2025
Unknown
Per 4 Month Session
Housing - Unavailable
Some elements of this full-time intensive program include: Ages 18+ Fall and spring semesters Welcome orientation and placement class Daily closed classes from 11am-2pm (Mon-Fri); 40+ closed classes offered throughout the duration of the program Throughout the program, students will complement their training with additional drop-in classes from our schedule of over 250 classes per week Industry Showcase auditions and rehearsals Resident Faculty advisor Weekly seminars addressing various aspects of the industry Private curated classes and mock auditions Networking opportunities with dance agencies, casting agents, and BDC Faculty and guests End-of-program industry showcase at a New York City theater
18-100
August 25th, 2025 - December 12th, 2025
Unknown
Per 4 Month Session
Housing - Unavailable
Some elements of this full-time intensive program include: Ages 18+ Fall and spring semesters Welcome orientation and placement class Daily closed classes from 11am-2pm (Mon-Fri); 40+ closed classes offered throughout the duration of the program Throughout the program, students will complement their training with additional drop-in classes from our schedule of over 250 classes per week Industry Showcase auditions and rehearsals Resident Faculty advisor Weekly seminars addressing various aspects of the industry Private curated classes and mock auditions Networking opportunities with dance agencies, casting agents, and BDC Faculty and guests End-of-program industry showcase at a New York City theater
18-100
January 12th, 2026 - May 1st, 2026
Unknown
Per 4 Month Session
Housing - Unavailable
Some elements of this full-time intensive program include: Ages 18+ Fall and spring semesters Welcome orientation and placement class Daily closed classes from 11am-2pm (Mon-Fri); 40+ closed classes offered throughout the duration of the program Throughout the program, students will complement their training with additional drop-in classes from our schedule of over 250 classes per week Industry Showcase auditions and rehearsals Resident Faculty advisor Weekly seminars addressing various aspects of the industry Private curated classes and mock auditions Networking opportunities with dance agencies, casting agents, and BDC Faculty and guests End-of-program industry showcase at a New York City theater
18-100
August 31st, 2026 - December 18th, 2026
Unknown
Per 4 Month Session
Housing - Unavailable
Some elements of this full-time intensive program include: Ages 18+ Fall and spring semesters Welcome orientation and placement class Daily closed classes from 11am-2pm (Mon-Fri); 40+ closed classes offered throughout the duration of the program Throughout the program, students will complement their training with additional drop-in classes from our schedule of over 250 classes per week Industry Showcase auditions and rehearsals Resident Faculty advisor Weekly seminars addressing various aspects of the industry Private curated classes and mock auditions Networking opportunities with dance agencies, casting agents, and BDC Faculty and guests End-of-program industry showcase at a New York City theater