Discover the beauty and joy of dance at the
Institute of Dancing Arts
"THE STUDIO WHERE EXCELLENCE IS THE STANDARD"
Welcome to the home of the Institute of Dancing Arts! We are a dance studio located in Grand Junction on the beautiful western slope of Colorado. We strive to provide the highest quality dance instructions with strong emphasis on technique in ballet, pointe, pas de deux, tap, jazz and contemporary to young children through adults. Students are encouraged to learn and grow in a nurturing environment, not only in dance technique, but also in body, mind and spirit. Our beautiful studio is located in the Redlands at 2148 Broadway, Suite C-4, Grand Junction, CO 81503. The bright and airy studio has a sprung floor with excellent, professional dance surface, ideal for the health and safety of our dancers while learning the wonderful art of dance.
Our First Annual "The Nutcracker" at the Avalon
November 28, 29, & 30, 2008 Tickets Available NOW!
The Institute of Dancing Arts and the Western Slope Chamber Music Series will present the first annual "The Nutcracker" at the Avalon, featuring 80 dancers and a 40-piece orchestra on Friday, Nov. 28 and Saturday, Nov. 29, 2008. This production will also be presented at the Montrose Pavilion on Sunday, Nov. 30, 2008.
Everyone's favorite holiday ballet classic "The Nutcracker", choreographed by IDA's artistic director, Diane Revie, with live music by Western Slope Sinfonia, conducted by WSCMS's Tyme Mientka, is sure to become your favorite holiday tradition to be enjoyed by the whole family.
For more information, please check out The Nutcracker page.
Buy tickets for Avalon performances online, using major credit card.
*** STUDENTS & PARENTS ***
Detailed rehearsal schedule for November is now posted on the Studio Calendar. Copies of the schedule are now available at the studio. Please be informed that changes to the class schedule have been made.
*** BUSINESSES & INDIVIDUAL PATRONS OF THE ARTS***
Donations and sponsorships are gladly accepted and greatly appreciated. We have different levels of support, and detailed information is listed on Donations and Sponsorship page. We are 501.c.3 non-profit organization. All donations are tax deductible. List of Supporters
Community Outreach
We regularly visit the area nursing homes and churches with a gift of dance performance. Our students learn the joy of sharing the beautiful art of dance with the members of our community and gain valuable performing experience.
From "Silent Night" Our youngest dancers at a nursing home
Photo courtesy of Rick Alexander Photo courtesy of Shannon Alexander
Tappers at a nursing home
Photo courtesy of Rick Alexander