Butler Community Arts School - Ballet Summer Intensive
Application Deadline | March 1, 2023**
*2023 Intensive Information Subject to Change
**Registration is now closed, please email BCAS@butler.edu to be added to the waitlist
Late applications accepted if available space; please inquire
- Pre-professional level only
- Space is limited; we encourage you to apply early
Tuition
- Residential tuition: $4,600
- Commuter tuition: $3,600
Join Butler dance faculty, under the artistic direction of Marek Cholewa, for our pre-professional dance Intensive on the beautiful campus of Butler University. The 4-week Intensive will have a classical ballet focus with additional classes in character, modern, jazz, pas de deux, pilates (NEW!), and repertoire. Please note: students must turn age 13 by the first day of the Intensive in order to be eligible to participate.
Students are encouraged to apply early as space is limited. A photo of the student en pointe in first arabesque (female identifying students) or in first arabesque (male identifying students) is required with the application. A headshot is also required. Video auditions may be requested in addition to a completed application form. Applicants may receive this request via email after submitting the application form. Video auditions should consist of one classical variation (female identifying students en pointe).
Class Information
- Ballet, Pointe, Variations, Pas de Deux, Character
Ballet technique, Pointe, Variations, Pas de Deux and Character will follow the Russian Ballet Academy system (Vaganova system) and students will be learning classical repertoire based on the Mariinsky Theatre tradition. - Modern
Class will incorporate many foundations of modern dance technique from Graham, Horton, Cunningham and Limon. The class will include suspension and release, fall and recovery, and connecting breath with movement. Dancers will explore new ways of moving in combinations, floor work, partnering and various methods of improvisation. - Jazz
Class will explore a wide range of styles and presentation. Dancers will learn to emphasize musicality, body alignment, conditioning, rhythm, as well as innovative choreography. - Pilates
The Pilates Method emphasizes the development of flexibility and core strength through mat and equipment workouts. The core – sometimes called the “power-house” – refers to the muscles surrounding the trunk. Joseph Pilates believed that strengthening these muscles improves posture, prevents injury, and promotes effortless movement. Dancers have gravitated toward Pilates over the last century as its principles and results are harmonious with the dance aesthetic. There are more than 500 exercises in the Pilates Method. Some are known as Fundamentals because they are the basics that must be learned first. All the exercises have names, standards for correct performance, and a given number of repetitions. Perfection of form is emphasized rather than heavy resistance or high repetitions. The goal is to work better, not harder. A class usually includes several standard exercises; others are introduced for variety or to work on a certain fitness goal.
If you have any further questions regarding the Intensive curriculum, please contact artistic director, Marek Cholewa at mcholewa@butler.edu.
More detailed scheduling information, what to bring, and where to report, etc. will be included with the Intensive information packet provided to all participants in early summer. Please review our FAQ page for general details.
Meet the Artistic Director
Marek Cholewa came from the National Ballet of Panama where he was Assistant Artistic Director/Master Teacher/Répétiteur/ Choreographer. He obtained his master’s degree from The Rimsky-Korsakov Music State Conservatory in St. Petersburg (Russia), as Répétiteur/Choreographer in 1982. Prior to this Mr. Cholewa studied at the National School of Ballet in Poznan, Poland. From 1976-1978, he was a Soloist with the National Ballet of Poland where he performed principal roles from XIX and XX century classical ballet repertory…Read full bio here
Application deadline and accompanying $50 application fee is due March 1.
Late applications accepted if available space; please inquire. A $500 non-refundable deposit is due by March 15th – this will hold your student’s spot in the Intensive. The remaining tuition is due by June 1st. Payments can be made online by selecting “Make a Payment” on the BCAS homepage.
REFUND/WITHDRAWAL POLICY
In the event that a student accepted into the Intensive is no longer able to attend the Intensive, notification of withdrawal from the program should be submitted in writing to BCAS@butler.edu. For students withdrawing prior to June 1, all tuition fees will be refunded (excluding the $50 non-refundable application fee and $500 non-refundable deposit). There will be no refunds issued after June 1. Injury Policy: In the case of injury that prevents the student from beginning participation in the Intensive, a full-tuition credit will be provided for participation in the Intensive the following year (full-tuition as residential or commuter is determined based on which option was selected with the application). Documentation from a physician is required. All credit requests must be submitted via email to BCAS@butler.edu. No refunds or credits will be given after the start of the Intensive.
Frequently Asked Questions (class size, dorm supervision, etc.)
Contact BCAS@butler.edu or 317-940-5500 with any questions regarding registration, housing, etc. For questions regarding Intensive curriculum, please contact artistic director, Marek Cholewa, at mcholewa@butler.edu OR 317-940-9664.