en·ti·ty

/ˈen(t)ədē/

noun

existence; being.

The Boulder Jazz Dance ENTITY emerged from a group of exceptional dancers at the 2023 workshop. These individuals embodied the workshop's core values, traditions, and commitment to dance. Their dedication to creating an inclusive and inspiring environment for all dancers led us to design a more focused and intentional experience for them, aimed at nurturing their leadership skills and artistic growth.

In addition to participating in the complete workshop performance, ENTITY dancers will enjoy exclusive benefits:

  • Engage in specialized ENTITY classes.

  • Collaborate in pre-workshop intention-setting and vision-sharing.

  • Perform an exclusive repertoire piece as part of ENTITY.

  • Receive one-on-one mentorship from our Core Faculty.

  • Gain personalized and targeted feedback.

  • Assist youth workshop classes and performances.

Our vision for ENTITY dancers is that they will:

  • Cultivate a strong sense of community within ENTITY and across the workshop.

  • Develop leadership qualities and artistic prowess.

  • Serve as exemplars of the Boulder Jazz Dance Workshop's vision.

  • Apply and integrate individualized feedback.

  • Feel valued and acknowledged for their dedication, passion, and artistic expression.

  • Learn to recognize their physical and mental boundaries to engage healthily in the workshop.

ENTITY Perks:

  • Special pricing and ENTITY merchandise.

  • Includes meals and housing.

  • Priority registration for dorms.

  • Exclusive ENTITY classes with core faculty.

  • Opportunity to perform in an ENTITY-only repertoire piece.

  • Assistant roles in workshops.

  • Personal mentorship by core faculty.

  • Goal-setting sessions and a celebratory ENTITY kick-off party.

ENTITY Requirements:

  • Participate fully in the workshop (classes, performances, choreography).

  • Assist in at least one youth workshop class.

  • Assist backstage during the youth workshop performance.

  • Attend an early ENTITY orientation day, including classes, goal-setting, and a picnic.

  • Uphold ENTITY's standards for workshop attendance and engagement.

  • Assist in the BJDC Show.