Danse à la Carte (DAC) – Open Classes
Class Level: All levels available
About
Mission & Vision:
Founded in 2014, Danse à la Carte (DAC) was born as a response to the necessity for an organisation capable of supporting, bridging and connecting professional dancers and choreographers in the ballet, contemporary dance and street dance communities through research in creation and in professional development.
DAC’s activities are funnelled through 4 core channels :
Research & Creation – Development – Networking – Mentorship
These 4 core channels of activity enhance and contribute to the evolution, growth and influence of the Montréal dance community by connecting professional artists from a diversity of dance practices and providing them with unique opportunities for enriching activities and exchanges. Our four core channels of activities are consistently present throughout all of our programs : TransFormation, Innovation, Propulsion, and the Professional Development Program.
Company Info:
Danse à la Carte (DAC), founded in 2014 by Lisa Davies with Robin Mathes and Véronique Giasson, became Montreal’s only non-profit offering ballet and contemporary master classes for professional dancers. DAC quickly united independent artists and company dancers, delivering 800 classes with 80 teachers and hosting major international guests. Since integrating TransFormation Danse, it has welcomed over 400 artists from 24 countries for creation labs and workshops with leading choreographers. DAC also presents Carte Blanche, an annual showcase featuring up to 50 artists and 20 choreographers. Its residency program has supported more than 30 creators and produced works presented at major festivals and venues. Through grants, partnerships, and its membership program, DAC continues to strengthen Montreal’s dance community.
