https://www.cpdw.org CPDW's adult classes span a spectrum of ages with no upper limit, and include Ballet, Pointe, Modern, Jazz, Tap, Hip Hop and Irish dance.
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The Central Pennsylvania Dance Workshop (CPDW), a Non-Profit Organization, has provided the highest caliber dance training and performance opportunities in a broad range of styles for 50 years in the Centre Region. The Central PA Dance Workshop (CPDW) offers Creative Movement classes for our youngest students (ages 4-5), Pre-ballet (6-7), and three levels of Ballet, as well as Modern, Jazz, Tap, Hip Hop and Irish dance for older children. Ballroom lessons can also be scheduled by appointment.
09/13/2024
A reminder for all of our Saturday Students: Fraser Street will be closed to traffic for the Happy Valley Latin Festival on Saturday, September 14. Please be aware of increased pedestrian traffic and the road closure when you are coming to class! https://downtownstatecollege.com/event/happy-valley-latin-festival-2024/
08/28/2024
Fall semester starts September 4. Are you ready? cpdw.org/register-for-fall-2024
08/27/2024
It's the first day of school for our SCASD Students, so best of luck for a fun and memorable school year. We can't wait to see you when our classes start next week!
08/26/2024
Announcing a new class this semester: Pre Tap! For ages 5-7. It will introduce tap dance fundamentals through fun exercises and games, focusing on coordination and balance, while providing a basic foundation to prepare students for more advanced tap classes. Visit cpdw.org for more info and registration.
08/25/2024
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08/24/2024
Our dancers had an eventful summer! We started with the annual Maypole Dance in Boalsburg (in a new location because of rain!) then we helped "Kick Off" the Central PA Theatre and Dance Fest where our Children's Ensemble performed 'The Bremen Town Musicians' and 'The Day the Crayons Quit' AND held a "Dance the Colors" workshop, capped off with a performance during the Central Pennsylvania Festival of the Arts (Again - in a new location: Schlow Centre Region Library) Now we're ready for a fun and exciting fall semester! Are you ready to join the fun? See our classes and register at cpdw.org
07/10/2024
Congratulations, CPDW dancers! What a fabulous job you did with our Arts Festival performance today! And such a great crowd! Beautiful dancing!
06/24/2024
Our dancers are busy! Come out on Children's Day of the Central Pennsylvania Festival of the Arts at Schlow Centre Region Library for a dance performance fit for all ages!
06/22/2024
How can you resist these cute crayons? Today, 12:00 pm, at the State Theatre. "The Bremen Town Musicians" and "The Day the Crayons Quit" with CPDW's Children's Ensemble.
06/22/2024
TODAY'S THE DAY! Join us at 12:00 at the State Theatre for "The Bremen Town Musicians" and "The Day The Crayons Quit", then at the CPDW Studio at 2:30 for our "Dance The Colors" Workshop. Happy Central PA Theatre and Dance Fest!
The Central PA Theatre and Dance Festival has begun! Thank you for catching our intro dance!
06/20/2024
Can colors dance? Explore how in "Dance the Colors”: Learn choreography from CPDW’s performance of “The Day the Crayons Quit” and explore how you can make each color crayon dance. Appropriate for ages 4+. This FREE workshop is part of the Central PA Theatre and Dance Fest . Saturday, June 22, 2:30 pm, at the CPDW studio, 101 S Fraser St. (No charge, but donations welcome)
06/20/2024
Today, Today! 5:30PM, MLK Plaza - The Kickoff for the Central PA Theatre and Dance Fest . Meet all the groups performing and holding workshops through the weekend, and see a small preview performance of what everyone has to offer!
06/19/2024
In "The Day The Crayons Quit," Duncan's crayons each write letters detailing their grievances about how they're used. From overworked Red to underused Beige, each color has a complaint. Can Duncan find a way to make all his crayons happy and colorful again? Find out when CPDW's Children's Ensemble brings this favorite story to life on Saturday, June 22 at 12:00PM at the State Theatre as part of the 6th Annual Central PA Theatre and Dance Fest
06/18/2024
In "The Bremen Town Musicians", a donkey, dog, cat, and rooster set out to become musicians in Bremen. Can they outwit the robbers they encounter on their journey? Find out when CPDW's Children's Ensemble brings the story to life on June 22 at 12:00 at the State Theatre. Part of the 7th Annual Central PA Theatre and Dance Fest
Central Pennsylvania Dance Workshop presents a children’s matinee adventure. See a dance performance of The Bremen Town Musicians & The Day the Crayons Quit by CPDW’s Children’s Ensemble at the State Theatre on Saturday, June 22, 2024, at 12:00 pm. Appropriate for all ages, our dance interpretation of these fun and familiar stories will be sure to delight everyone.
Part of the 6th Annual Central PA Theatre and Dance Fest
06/07/2024
Congratulations to our CPDW High School Seniors on their class of 2024 graduations: Abby Putnam and Jillian Stoltzfus from State College Area High School, and Maia Kubarek from Tyrone Area High School! Best of luck with your new adventures!
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Our dancers had an eventful summer! We started with the annual Maypole Dance in Boalsburg (in a new location because of rain!) then we helped "Kick Off" the Central PA Theatre and Dance Fest where our Children's Ensemble performed 'The Bremen Town Musicians' and 'The Day the Crayons Quit' AND held a "Dance the Colors" workshop, capped off with a performance during the Central Pennsylvania Festival of the Arts (Again - in a new location: Schlow Centre Region Library) Now we're ready for a fun and exciting fall semester! Are you ready to join the fun? See our classes and register at cpdw.org
The Central PA Theatre and Dance Festival has begun! Thank you @mindfulmouseears for catching our intro dance! @downtownstatecollege #statecollegedanceschool #wehavethebeststudents #ourstudentshavethebestparents
The Central PA Dance Workshop (CPDW) offers professional level dance training for children and adults in Ballet, Modern, Jazz, Tap, Hip Hop, Creative Movement, and more. Children’s classes begin at age 4 and CPDW's adult classes span a spectrum of ages with no upper limit. Ballroom lessons and other private lessons in a multitude of styles can also be scheduled by appointment.
Performance opportunities include two end-of-semester, theme-based School Performances, the annual Student Choreographers Showcase, the Maypole Dance on Memorial Day in historic Boalsburg, and our yearly appearance on children's day at the Central PA Festival of the Arts. Additionally, the Fraser Street Dancers, CPDW's advanced student company, perform at various venues throughout the year.
CPDW is a non-profit 501 (c) 3 organization founded in 1969 with the goal to enrich the community through dance classes and performances, bringing dance to groups and individuals who otherwise might never have an exposure to this art form.
CPDW operates on a semester system, offering a 14-week Fall semester beginning after Labor Day, and a 14-week Spring semester, which begins in January. During May and early June, there is a 5-week Intersession, and following the Intersession, CPDW offers a 6-week Summer semester.
Our mission statement: * To provide a cultural and creative experience for children and adults through the study of dance * To teach dance technique with intelligence, providing the serious student with the basis for a professional career * To increase physical awareness, strength, and grace in the non-professional dancer * To promote community interest in dance and encourage the growth of an informed audience
Scholarships are awarded each semester based on talent and financial need to auditioning students in four levels of ballet. The Work/Study program assists adult students in defraying tuition costs. CPDW also offers opportunities for qualified students to become Teaching Assistants allowing them to gain experience in teaching methodologies.