jazz dance workshops
Step into the vibrant world of jazz dance with UPROOTED Jazz Dance Workshops.
Jazz Dance Workshops for Students and Teachers
The UPROOTED jazz dance educational workshops physically explore the historical roots of jazz dance, providing a greater context and understanding of where the jazz dance movement originated from and how it has evolved through each decade. The jazz dance classes and events we provide for your institution will be with some of the industry’s finest educators, artists and professionals and will be completely tailored to your school’s needs.
We work exclusively with you and your school/college/institution to create a tailor made jazz dance experience for your dance teachers and students. We strive for inclusivity and provide for all skill levels. Our highly experienced educators are all at the top of their careers in the jazz dance world, both educationally and professionally.
Our exclusive jazz dance workshops include a comprehensive range of styles for all levels. African dance, Afro Latin Fusion, Commercial Jazz, House, Authentic Jazz & Social Dance, Theatrical Jazz, Matt Mattox Isolation Technique, Jack Cole Technique, AfroBeat, Jazz Funk, Jo Jo Smith technique and rep and Tap are taught by some of the world’s greatest and most knowledgeable jazz dance educators and creatives.
As part of the workshop we can also include a film screening of ‘Uprooted – The Journey of Jazz Dance’ or the four educational UPROOTED jazz dance videos through our educational distributors GOOD DOCS, head to our Film Educational Licensing Page.
Learn Jazz Dance From Leading Educators
Why Choose the UPROOTED Jazz Dance Workshops?
Our jazz dance workshops align with the films core message of staying curious. The workshops are designed to deeply explore and discover the historical roots of jazz dance. Our educators take the time to raise awareness and understanding to where jazz dance all derived from. The jazz dance workshops will have discussions on the importance of why we must reiterate ALL of the information while celebrating the history and art form to its truest authenticity. We will work with your schools needs to achieve your goal to deliver an experience your students and teachers will never forget.
What Our Clients Say …
“Working with Ms. Donmall-Reeve to provide educational resources for my students through “Uprooted” was such a wonderful experience. I was able to get access to an in-depth history about jazz from industry professionals right to my students, and it allowed me to switch up my Jazz Dance History lessons that I normally do. The students created poster visuals based off of the information provided in the documentary videos to display answers to the question, “What is Jazz Dance?”.
They really enjoyed the videos and the connected class activity. We were honored to end our Jazz History Unit with a masterclass from one of the Uprooted master teachers, Sekou Miller. He was INCREDIBLE and our students really loved his movement and educational teachings. He taught Afro-Latin Jazz, something that they do not get on a regular basis. It was a challenge for them but he made it so fun and meaningful. I appreciate Ms. Donmall-Reeve for working with me here all the way in Atlanta, GA (North Springs Charter High School) to provide this wonderful experience to my dancers! Thank you!”
Monica Noble – Fulton High School, Atlanta
What Our Clients Say …
“Anne Arundel County Public School’s master class experience with Sekou McMiller and viewing of the UPROOTED documentary with panel discussion was the inspiration needed to start the 22-23 school year! This was the first time our teachers had the opportunity to collaborate and learn together in the same space in over 2 years!
Working with Lisa in the planning stages was seamless. She is patient, responsive and passionate about her work.
Sekou was amazing and the teachers really enjoyed learning from him and look forward to applying their experience within their classrooms. He’s such a positive light!
The Q and A with Lisa, Khadifa, Zak, Robin and Sekou in collaboration with Baltimore County schools allowed an opportunity for teachers to ask questions regarding the film and how to transfer their learning to their classrooms and application to their teaching practices. The focus on how jazz dance can address topics such as appropriation, racism, socialism, and sexism is relevant to education and an entry point for conversations with ALL students.
Thank you Lisa and UPROOTED!
Nicole Deming - Anne Arundel, Baltimore
What Our Clients Say …
“The producers and artists from the wonderful film were the featured guests at our CDEA State-wide annual conference 2023. Their sessions were magnificent. The movement session challenged students to dig deep into movement that matters from a jazz perspective. The film screening was an inspiring and thought provoking experience that led right into the panel discussion where attendees were able to investigate more the social and political implications of Jazz dance, the history, the people, and the movement. CDEA conference attendees left with smiles and tears. . As all educators today strive to be more culturally responsive in their classrooms, this is a great tool for discussion and change.”
Andrea Lemaitre ~ CDEA
Join The Jazz Dance Movement!
Join us on an educational journey into the history of jazz dance with our amazing UPROOTED jazz dance team!
CONTACT US TODAY to discuss the many options for your school, students and teachers!
For more information click HERE or email education@uprootedfilm.com