‘World of Dance’ to host classes nationwide
World of Dance, the newest and biggest dance competition show coming to television, will begin on Tuesday, May 30 on NBC. Produced by Jennifer Lopez, she is joined by fellow superstars Derek Hough and Ne-Yo to judge the best dancers from around the world as they compete for a one million dollar prize. Jenna Dewan Tatum will serve as host and mentor.
To get the dance community excited about the upcoming premiere, NBC is hosting master classes in 10 cities across the country from May 13—21. (See locations, dates and registration links below.) Hundreds of dancers are invited to participate in each exclusive event to celebrate their love of dance.
Local choreographers will lead the high-energy dance classes, and participants will learn a routine inspired by the city’s culture or studio. The choreographer will also teach the official World of Dance move being developed by Jennifer Lopez and the show.
At the end of the class, the room will open up for freestyle dance so everyone can show off their moves. The event will feature a sneak-peek of the show’s premiere and custom swag for participants to wear during the master class.
You don’t have to be a professional dancer to participate – you just have to love to dance! But pre-registration is a must. And if you’re under 18, you will need a guardian in attendance to sign a waiver.
Also, note that talent from the show will not be in attendance. This is a promotional event that is not affiliated with the casting of the show.
Participants should wear comfortable clothes and appropriate shoes that allow them to move. They should bring a towel and water to stay hydrated.
World of Dance Master Classes:
ATLANTA, GA
Sunday, May 21 at 3:30 p.m.
Dance 411 Studios (475 Moreland Ave SE, Atlanta, GA 30316)
RSVP: bit.ly/ATLWorldOfDance
BOSTON, MA
Saturday, May 13 at 9 a.m.
Revere Hotel at Liberty Hall (200 Stuart Street, Boston, MA 02116)
RSVP: bit.ly/BostonWorldOfDance
CHICAGO, IL
Sunday, May 21 at 12 p.m.
Lou Conte Dance Studio (1147 Jackson Blvd, Chicago, IL 60607)
RSVP: http://tinyurl.com/WorldOfDanceChicago
CLEVELAND, OH
Saturday May 20 at 12 p.m.
Elite Dance Academy (1241 Industrial Pkwy, Brunswick, OH 44212)
RSVP: bit.ly/ClevelandWorldOfDance
DALLAS, TX
Saturday May 20 at 12 p.m.
Lofty Spaces (816 Montgomery Street, Dallas, TX 75215)
RSVP: bit.ly/DallasWorldOfDance
HOUSTON, TX
Saturday, May 20 at 5 p.m.
Soundbox Dance Studios (3300 Chimney Rock Rd Suite 500, Houston, TX 77056)
RSVP: bit.ly/HoustonWorldOfDance
LOS ANGELES, CA
Saturday, May 20 at 4:30 p.m.
Millennium Dance Complex (11528 Ventura Blvd, Studio City, CA 91604)
RSVP: bit.ly/LAWorldOfDance
MIAMI, FL
Saturday, May 13 at 5:30 p.m.
Top Gun Cheer and Dance Training Center (14990 SW 137th St, Miami, FL 33196)
RSVP: WorldOfDanceMiami@gmail.com
NEW YORK, NY
Saturday, May 20 at 12 p.m.
Gibney Dance Center (890 Broadway, New York, NY 10003)
RSVP: Bit.ly/WODNewYork
PHILADELPHIA, PA
Saturday, May 20 at 11 a.m.
The Kimmel Center for the Performing Arts (300 South Broad Street, Philadelphia, PA 19102)
RSVP: Bit.ly/WODPhilly
For more information on World of Dance, visit www.nbc.com/world-of-dance.