2026-27 School Year

Schedule and Registration September 8, 2026-May 15, 2027


LEARN from nationally acclaimed guest artists in residence and from our outstanding faculty team, including Kanopy’s artistic directors Robert E. Cleary and Lisa Thurrell. Discover the fundamentals of movement and rhythm. Explore the art of creating dances and find your voice. Our classes are sensitively structured to provide personalized support and include: Modern & Contemporary Techniques (Graham, Humphrey, Hawkins, Sokolow, Horton, Limon), Ballet, Pointe/Pre-Pointe, Musical Theatre Dance, Iconic Modern Masterworks Repertory, Strength/Stretch, Choreography & Improvisation; Bharatanatyam Classical Indian Dance, Adult Beginner, Intermediate, and Advanced classes, including SHAPE: CardioBarre, and Creative Modern/Ballet especially designed for the young dancers ages 5+.

PLACEMENT: Beginning = Level 1-2 (ages 5-7)
Beginning/Advanced-Beginning = Level 3 (ages 7-10)
Beginning-Intermediate/Intermediate = Level 4 (ages 9-12)
Intermediate/Advanced-Intermediate = Level 5 (ages 11-14)
Advanced = Level 6 (ages 13-adult)
Kanopy2 = Pre-Professional Training Program (ages 14+-adult) by audition or permission
Adult classes = Beginner-Advanced and Open Levels

Placement level is determined by the directors. Placement adjustments may be made the first week of classes. Please inquire at [email protected].

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.

TUITION: Registration and Tuition Payment are required to secure a place and are due on or before September 8, 2026. Space is limited 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.

MISSED CLASSES: 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.

LOCATION: 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: Water bottle, 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 Sep 8, 2026-May 15, 2027
Quarter 1: Sep 8-Nov 1
Quarter 2: Nov 2-Jan 24
Quarter 3: Jan 25-Mar 21
Quarter 4: Mar 29-May 14

NO CLASSES (Holidays & Performances):

Oct 12-Oct 18 Kanopy Dance Company's Without Borders, Overture Center
Nov 23-28: Thanksgiving Break
Nov 30-Dec 7: Winter Fantasia: Reimagined (rehearsals and performances for Academy participants, Company and Kanopy 2), Overture Center
Dec 20-Jan 10: Winter Break
Feb 6: Kanopy Dance Company in Madison Opera's Postcard from Morocco, Overture Center
Mar 8-14: Kanopy Dance Company's Radiance, Overture Center
Mar 21-28: Spring Break
May 15: Kanopy 2 & Academy's The Next Generation, Overture Center

PERFORMANCE OPPORTUNITIES:

Winter Fantasia: Reimagined: Dec 3-6, 2026 at the Overture Center
A holiday favorite - open to academy students in Levels 3-6, participation forms will be emailed out in late September. Students must be available for rehearsals on Saturday afternoons in October and November, a few Sunday afternoons, and evening rehearsals the week of the performances. Tickets: overture.org

Kanopy 2 & Academy Showcase: The Next Generation May 15, 2027, 2pm & 5pm, at the Overture Center
An end of the school year performance - for all academy students in Levels 1-6 and Kanopy 2. Students must be available for rehearsals on Saturday and Sunday afternoons in late April and early May. Tickets overture.org

Kanopy Dance Company Season: 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, Lisa Thurrell, Ann Marie Loesch, Meenakshi Ganesan, Edward Salas, Miye Bishop, Shannon Quirk, Madison Dabalos, Kendyll Hazzard, Alex Trofka, Stormy Gaylord.


Class Offerings:
Kanopy 2 (K2)
Level 6 Advanced
Level 5 Advanced-Intermediate
Level 4 Beginning-Intermediate/Intermediate
Level 3 Beginning/Advanced Beginning
Level 1-2 Beginning
Adult Classes



Kanopy 2 (K2)

Pre-Professional training program for advanced dancers ages 14-26. Performance opportunities include Winter Fantasia (Dec) and The Next Generation (May) at Overture Center for the Arts. Tickets 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 and rehearsals are required. (Weekday morning classes and rehearsals not required for those in high school, however some students may choose to get permission from their schools to attend these classes.) If special schedule arrangements are needed, coordinate with the directors prior to first day. By permission/audition: [email protected]

MondayTuesdayWednesdayThursdayFridaySaturday
9:30-11am Graham Co Class 9:30-11am Graham Co Class 9:30-11am Graham Co Class
11:15am-1:45pm Co Rehearsal 11:15am-1:45pm Co Rehearsal 11:15am-1:45pm Co Rehearsal 11:30am-12:15pm Musical Theatre Dance
12:15-1:30pm Graham Modern
4:45-6pm Ballet 4:45-6pm Graham Modern 4:45-5:45pm
Limon Modern
1:30-3:00pm Ballet
6-6:30pm Pointe /Stretch Strength 6-6:50pm Sokolow/ Hawkins/ Humphrey/ Horton Modern 5:45-7pm Ballet 3:15-6:15pm K2 Rehearsal w company as needed
6:30-7:45pm Graham Modern 6:55-7:45pm Bharatanatyam Classical Indian Intermediate 7:00-7:30pm Choreography
7:45-8:15pm Choreography 7:30-8:15pm Rehearsal

Tuition: $3600 All Classes



Level 6

For advanced dancers ages 13-adult. Students are strongly encouraged to enroll in 4 days per week of 10-13 classes weekly.

Performance opportunities include Winter Fantasia (Dec) and The Next Generation (May) at Overture Center for the Arts. Tickets overture.org.

Rehearsals for Winter Fantasia will be held on Saturdays and Sundays in Oct and Nov. Rehearsals for The Next Generation will primarily be held during choreography class time and additional weekend rehearsals in late April early May.

MondayTuesdayWednesdayThursdayFridaySaturday
9:30-11am Graham Co Class 9:30-11am Graham Co Class 9:30-11am Graham Co Class
11:30am-12:15pm Musical Theatre Dance
4:45-6pm Ballet 4:45-6pm Graham Modern 4:45-5:45pm Limon Modern 12:15-1:30pm Graham Modern
6-6:30pm Pointe/Stretch Strength 6-6:50pm Sokolow/Hawkins/Humphrey/Horton Modern 5:45-7pm Ballet 1:30-3pm Ballet
6:30-7:45pm Graham Modern 6:55-7:45pm Bharatanatyam Indian Classical Dance Intermediate 7:00-7:30pm Choreographpy
7:45-8:15pm Choreography

Full Year

Tuition: $3300 unlimited classes per week
$3160 9 classes per week
$2860 6 classes per week
$2520 4 classes per week
$1460 2 classes per week
$730 1 class per week

Single Term

Tuition: $925/term unlimited classes per week
$880/term 9 classes per week
$780/term 6 classes per week
$660/term 4 classes per week
$390/term 2 classes per week
$200/term 1 class per week



Level 5

For Intermediate/Advanced-Intermediate dancers ages 11-14. Students are strongly encouraged to enroll in 3 days per week of 8-10 classes weekly.

Performance opportunities include Winter Fantasia (Dec) and The Next Generation (May) at Overture Center for the Arts. Tickets overture.org.

Rehearsals for Winter Fantasia will be held on Saturday and Sundays in Oct & Nov, Rehearsals for The Next Generation will primarily be held during choreography class time and additional weekend rehearsals in early May.

MondayTuesdayWednesdayThursdayFridaySaturday
9:30-10:15am Musical Theatre Dance
10:15-11:30am Ballet
4:45-6pm Graham Modern 4:45-5:45pm Limon Modern 11:30am-12:00pm Pointe/prePointe
6-6:50pm Sokolow/ Hawkins/ Humphrey/ Horton Modern 5:45-7:00pm Ballet 12:15-1:30pm Graham Modern
6:55-7:45pm Bharatanatyam Indian Classical Dance Intermediate 1:45-2:30pm Choreography

Full Year

Tuition: $3300 unlimited classes per week
$3160 9 classes per week
$2860 6 classes per week
$2520 4 classes per week
$1460 2 classes per week
$730 1 class per week

Single Term

Tuition: $925/term unlimited classes per week
$880/term 9 classes per week
$780/term 6 classes per week
$660/term 4 classes per week
$390/term 2 classes per week
$200/term 1 class per week



Level 4

For Beginning-Intermediate/Intermediate dancers ages 9-12. Students are strongly encouraged to enroll in 2-3 days per week of 9-10 classes.

Short breaks for snacks are given between classes.

Performance opportunities include Winter Fantasia (Dec) and The Next Generation (May) at Overture Center for the Arts. Tickets overture.org.

Rehearsals for Winter Fantasia will be held on Saturday and Sunday afternoons in Oct & Nov, Rehearsals for The Next Generation will primarily be held during choreography class time and additional weekend rehearsals in late April and early May.

MondayTuesdayWednesdayThursdayFridaySaturday
3:30-4:45pm Ballet 3:30-4:45pm Ballet 10:15-11:30 Graham Modern
4:45-6:00pm Graham Modern 4:45-6:00pm Graham Modern 12-1:15pm Ballet
6-6:30pm Choreography 6-6:30pm Choreography 1:15-1:45pm Choreography
6:30-7pm Bharatanatyam Indian Classical Dance Beginning

Full Year

Tuition: $3300 unlimited classes per week
$3160 9 classes per week
$3040 8 classes per week
$2860 6 classes per week
$2520 4 classes per week
$1460 2 classes per week
$730 1 class per week

Single Term

Tuition: $925/term unlimited classes per week
$880/term 9 classes per week
$830/term 8 classes per week
$780/term 6 classes per week
$660/term 4 classes per week
$390/term 2 classes per week
$200/term 1 class per week



Level 3

For Beginning/Advanced-Beginning dancers ages 7-10. Students are encouraged to enroll in 2 days per week of 6 classes.

Short breaks for snacks are given between classes.

Performance opportunities include Winter Fantasia (Dec) and The Next Generation (May) at Overture Center for the Arts. Tickets overture.org.

Rehearsals for Winter Fantasia will be held on Saturday and Sundays in Oct & Nov, Rehearsals for The Next Generation will primarily be held during choreography class time and additional weekend rehearsals in late April early May.

MondayTuesdayWednesdayThursdayFridaySaturday
3:30-4:45pm Ballet 10:15-11:30am Graham Modern
4:45-6pm Graham Modern 12-1:15pm Ballet
6-6:30pm Choreography/Improv 1:15-1:45pm Choreography

Full Year

Tuition: $2860 6 classes per week
$2720 5 classes per week
$2520 4 classes per week
$1890 3 classes per week
$1460 2 classes per week
$730 1 class per week

Single Term

Tuition: $780/term 6 classes per week
$710/term 5 classes per week
$660/term 4 classes per week
$495/term 3 classes per week
$390/term 2 classes per week
$200/term 1 class per week



Level 1-2

For Beginning dancers ages 5-7. Students are encouraged to enroll in 2 days per week, 2 classes weekly. Learn foundations of dance technique, modern, ballet and creative dance. Learn dance skills, enjoy dance games, creative exploration, learn to work together in groups and create dances.

Students perform in The Next Generation (May) at Overture Center for the Arts, Performances at 2 & 5pm. Tickets overture.org.

Dress rehearsal will be held the evening before at the Overture Center for the Arts.

MondayTuesdayWednesdayThursdayFridaySaturday
3:45-4:45pm
Creative Modern/Ballet
3:45-4:45pm Creative Modern/Ballet

Full Year

Tuition: $1460 2 classes per week
$730 1 class per week

Single Term

Tuition: $390/term 2 classes per week
$200/term 1 class per week



Adult Classes

Beginner through advanced levels. Classes in Modern techniques, Ballet, SHAPE: CardioBarre, and more.

Enroll for the entire school year and take advantage of discounted rate and a 10-month payment plan option.

MondayTuesdayWednesdayThursdayFridaySaturday
7:30-8:30am SHAPE:CardioBarre
9:30-11am Advanced Graham Modern 9:30-11am Advanced Graham Modern 9:30-11am Advanced Graham Modern 9-10:15am Beginning/Continuing Graham Modern
4:45-6pm Int/Adv Ballet 4:45-6pm Int Graham Modern 4:45-5:45pm Int/Adv Limon Modern 12:15-1:30pm Int Graham Modern
6-6:30pm Pointe Stretch Strength 6-6:50pm Int Sokolow/ Hawkins/ Humphrey/ Horton Modern 7:00-8:00pm Beginning/ Continuing
Ballet
5:45-7pm Int/Adv Ballet 1:30-3pm Int/Adv Ballet
6:30-7:45pm Int/Adv Graham Modern 6:55-7:45pm Bharatanatyam Classical Indian Dance Intermediate

Full Year

Tuition: $3300 unlimited classes per week
$3160 9 classes per week
$2860 6 classes per week
$2520 4 classes per week
$1460 2 classes per week
$730 1 class per week

Single Term

Tuition: $925/term unlimited classes per week
$880/term 9 classes per week
$780/term 6 classes per week
$660/term 4 classes per week
$390/term 2 classes per week
$200/term 1 class per week

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