MDC's National Award Winning Competitive Company

Junior, Teen and Senior company are required to attend a total of 4 hours of rehearsal/choreography, as well as two hours of Ballet.

Petite Company is required to participate in 2 hours of Rehearsal a week and one additional hour of technique of choice

Mini & Pro companies are required to attend a minimum of 2 hours of rehearsal a week.

Our newest company BREAKTHROUGH is required to attend 2 hours of rehearsal a week.

All Rehearsals will take place during the week Monday-Thursday, Choreography will be learned during Summer Choreography Camps (See Below).

Solos, Duets/Trios, Small groups and Production numbers will have choreography set based on availability of dancers & choreographers.

Commitment to the team is a priority, the goal is to create an environment & mindset among the dancers that they don’t WANT to miss rehearsals and competition team is a TOP PRIORITY. Doctors notes required if missing a practice due to illness or injury, otherwise you must come to class/rehearsal and watch. Out of Town is only ‘excused’ absence.

COMPETITIONS & CONVENTIONS

All competitions and conventions the company attends are held outside of the Santa Barbara community. Company members are responsible for their own transportation and accommodations for the competition/convention weekend. Car pooling and room sharing is encouraged and also makes the experience more fun!