ABOUT DELAWARE DANCE COMPANY
Delaware Dance Company (DDC) is a nonprofit organization providing high-quality dance education and performance opportunities to students throughout northern Delaware and the surrounding tri-state area. Founded over thirty years ago, DDC serves dancers of all ages and experience levels in a structured, supportive training environment.
Originally established as The Ballet School of Newark, Delaware Dance Company was incorporated as a nonprofit organization in 1984. In the early 1990s, the school was fully absorbed into the nonprofit, allowing DDC to expand both its educational programming and its performance offerings.
Today, DDC supports a comprehensive dance school alongside two performance-focused ensembles: the Youth Dance Ensemble for intermediate dancers and the DDC Performing Company, a pre-professional group for advanced, high-school–aged dancers.
THE DDC APPROACH
DANCE EDUCATION
Delaware Dance Company is devoted to bringing high-quality dance education to the community through a carefully structured, graded curriculum. Students at each level work toward developing consistent technique, musicality, and artistry while progressing thoughtfully through their training.
DDC’s ballet curriculum incorporates elements of the Royal Academy of Dance, Cecchetti technique, and the Central Pennsylvania Youth Ballet approach. In addition to ballet, DDC offers strong programs in modern, jazz, and tap, providing students with a well-rounded dance education.
PERFORMANCE & COMMUNITY
Performance is an essential part of the DDC experience. Each year, Delaware Dance Company presents a full-scale production of The Nutcracker, featuring Performing Company members, auditioned students from DDC and other local schools, and local professional artists.
In the spring, DDC alternates between full-length productions and mixed-style concerts that highlight the breadth of training offered at the school. These performances are complemented by annual June showcases that allow students to perform as part of their class experience.
A WELCOMING COMMUNITY
Delaware Dance Company welcomes students of all ages and ability levels. Whether a dancer is just beginning or pursuing advanced training, DDC strives to provide an environment rooted in respect, commitment, and long-term growth.