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329 West Mifflin St
Madison, WI 53703 608.255.2211 
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329 West Mifflin St
Madison, WI 53703 608.255.2211
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2021-22 School YearSchedule and Registration September 13, 2021-May 21, 2022LEARN FROM world acclaimed guest artists from around the country - along-side Kanopy’s Artistic Directors and Faculty. Deepen your dance technique and artistry. Engage in creative activities. Learn, and learn about, these modern dance techniques, their different foundations toward the physical art of movement, their beginnings, and how artists through time create and find inspiration. Curriculum: Modern (Graham is focus, with Cunningham, Humphrey, Hawkins, Sokolow, and Horton) Techniques, Ballet, New Contemporary Repertory, Masterwork Repertory, Choreography & Improvisation; and Pop-up classes. PLACEMENT: Kanopy Academy Students enroll in their current level as follows: Beginning = Level 1-2 (ages 6-8) Beginning/Beginning-Intermediate = Level 3 (ages 9-14); Intermediate/Advanced-Intermediate= Level 4-5 (ages 10-16); Advanced= Level 6, K2 (ages 14+-adult). Students who have not danced with us this past summer or past year - contact us for placement at [email protected] Students enrolled in unlimited classes per week are encouraged to attend a class at a lower level and at a higher level from time to time. Placement level is determined by the directors. Please email us if you are unsure of your level. [email protected] New students to Kanopy- please choose your level. If you are unsure, contact us at [email protected] Placement adjustments may be made the first week of classes. Want to be a part of Kanopy 2? For ages 14-adult, Advanced Pre-Professional trainee & performance program, please contact us at [email protected] Also see Kanopy 2 page for more information. Adult Students may attend at their appropriate level. See Schedule. Please inquire at [email protected] TUITION: Registration and Tuition Payment are required to secure a place in Classes and is due on or before September 7, 2021. In-Person space is limited to ensure the health and safety of students and faculty, and is on a first come, first serve basis. Enrollment is ongoing through the year and is subject to availability. School Year enrollment has a payment plan option you may choose during registration process. Students who are unable to register for the entire school year may register per quarter at a higher tuition rate. No refunds. IN-PERSON: We welcome students back in-person safely, with use of masks, limited class sizes, following state and county health and safety guidelines. Do not attend class if you are feeling ill, have fever, or other flu/covid symptoms. Make up class by attending an additional class once healthy. (If required, we will be able to pivot to virtual learning with our new hi-tech system.) Class offerings are streamlined to accommodate health and safety guidelines. Contact us with questions. We are located at 329 West Mifflin St., next to Madison Opera Center and across from Overture Parking Ramp. Parking drop-off on street, Madison Opera Lot, or Overture Parking Ramp. WHAT YOU WILL NEED: Masks, water bottle, and snacks/lunch if enrolled in multiple classes in a row. Dance attire required. Only fitted warmups allowed. Barefoot for most classes, ballet slippers for ballet, hair secured off face, no large jewelry (for safety reasons). Journal to write in. No cell phone usage in studio or dressing rooms except for creative projects, or if given permission by directors or faculty. CALENDAR:
School Year Sept 13, 2021-May 21, 2022 NO CLASSES (Holidays & Shows):
Nov 22-28 Thanksgiving Break PERFORMANCE OPPORTUNITIES:Winter Fantasia: academy students who are enrolled for the entire school year, who are at least 10 years of age, and in levels 3-6 may be invited to participate in this Kanopy Dance Company and Kanopy 2 show. Saturday rehearsals through the fall will be required as well as weeknights of show week. December 2-5, 2021, Overture Center for the Arts, Promenade Hall. Tickets go on sale Oct 2, at overture .org Kanopy 2 & Academy Spring Showcase (featuring select dances of students own choreography all levels), and Kanopy 2. Saturday May 21, show times 2 and 5pm (TBA), Overture Center for the Arts, Promenade Hall. Tickets go on sale Oct 2, at overture.org Kanopy 2 dancers may be invited to understudy, second cast or cast in Kanopy Dance Company performances throughout the season. Faculty: Maya Finman-Palmer, Robert E. Cleary, Georgia Corner, Samantha Geracht, Luis Gabriel Zaragoza, Brian Norris, Lisa Thurrell and Ann Marie Loesch
Class Offerings: Kanopy 2 (K2)Pre-Professional training program for advanced dancers ages 14-26. Performance opportunities include Winter Fantasia (Dec) and Kanopy 2 & Academy Spring Showcase (May) at Overture Center for the Arts. Tickets on sale Oct 2 overture.org. Kanopy 2 dancers may be invited to understudy, second cast or be cast in additional Kanopy Dance Company performances throughout the season and various outreach performances. Additional rehearsals may be scheduled. All classes required unless stated otherwise. (*weekday morning classes and rehearsals not required for those in high school) If special schedule arrangements are needed, coordinate with the directors prior to first day. By permission/audition: [email protected]
Level 6For advanced dancers ages 14+/adult. Core of 5 Graham Modern and Choreography
plus electives highly suggested. Learn dance techniques and repertory from
some of the great choreographers of our time. Performance opportunities may
include Winter Fantasia (Dec) and Kanopy 2 & Academy Spring
Showcase (May) at Overture Center for the Arts. Tickets on sale Oct 2
overture.org.
Full Year
Single Term
Level 4-5For Intermediate/Advanced-Intermediate dancers ages 10-16. Core of 3 Graham
Modern and Choreography plus electives highly suggested. Learn dance techniques
and repertory from some of the great choreographers of our time. Performance
opportunities may include Winter Fantasia (Dec) and Kanopy 2 & Academy
Spring Showcase (May) at Overture Center for the Arts. Tickets on sale Oct 2
overture.org.
Full Year
Single Term
Level 3For Beginning/Advanced-Beginning dancers ages 9-14. Learn foundations of
dance technique and creative process-choreography. Performance opportunities
may include Winter Fantasia (Dec) and Kanopy 2 & Academy Spring
Showcase (May) at Overture Center for the Arts. Tickets on sale Oct 2
overture.org. (see top of page)
Full Year
Single Term
Level 1-2For Beginning dancers ages 6-8. Learn foundations of dance technique and creative process-choreography. Learn dance skills, dance games, creative exploration, costume fun, learn to work together, and create their very own dances. Performance opportunities may include Kanopy 2 & Academy Spring Showcase (May) at Overture Center for the Arts. Tickets on sale Oct 2 overture.org. (see top of page)
Full Year
Single Term
Adult ClassesFor Beginner- advanced dancers. Learn dance techniques and repertory from some of the great choreographers of our time.
Full Year
Single Term
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