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Now Casting!
Casting Call: Moulin Rouge Themed Dance Performance
Weâre calling all dancers to join us for a show unlike any other! Be part of our Moulin Rouge-inspired performanceâa dazzling celebration of passion, glamour, and artistry.
This is your chance to showcase your skills, creativity, and charisma in a performance inspired by the iconic spirit of Moulin Rouge. From high-energy can-can kicks to the fiery rhythms of cha-cha, weâre reimagining a world of vibrant storytelling and unforgettable choreography.
What We're Looking For:
All Dance Levels Welcome: Whether you're a seasoned pro or just starting out, we want to see what you can bring to the stage. No partner needed to join the fun.
Fresh Faces: We're seeking new dancers to join our cast.
Dancers Interested In: Burlesque, Can-Can. and Cha-Cha.
Rehearsal Schedule:
Date: Sundays, starting January 5th
Time: Between 12:00pm - 4:00pm
Location: 3317 W Irving Park Rd
What to Expect: Experience a taste of what "Best of TEN" will entail. You'll get to meet our team, learn about the show, and participate in some fun dance exercises. No preparation neededâjust come ready to move and be inspired! We'll learn a few phrases of several dances to give you an idea of what we'll be working on.
Why You Should Join:
Showcase Your Talent: Get a chance to perform in a professional production and have FUN with a great team of dancers.
Collaborate and Grow: Work with a diverse group of dancers and choreographers, expanding your skills and network.
Thrill of Performing: There's nothing like the thrill of performing in front of an audienceâcome feel the rush and share your passion.
Inclusive Environment: Sway Dance performance groups welcome dancers of all backgrounds, experience levels, and human types. We celebrate diversity and believe everyone has something unique to offer.
Join us for this incredible journey and join the Sway family for unforgettable memories and moves!
We can't wait to see you there!
Hit the Stage and Dance Your Heart Out.
Performance classes are a great way to expand upon existing skills or pick up some new moves. Have fun expressing yourself and meeting new friends all while staying active and getting in some exercise!
Dancers of all experience levels are encouraged to join us.
First class is free to try.
Performance class is paid for by by punch card. $130 for 10 classes. Weekly attendance is encouraged. However, when you miss class no money is lost with our punch card system. If thereâs one thing the pandemic has taught us, itâs that choreography and performance can move on without being face to face! Even though we are back in person for our classes, we now also provide a Zoom link and Youtube videos for every performance class. Having these options provides the opportunity for you to learn from home, review on your own time and join us in person.
Performance Groups
The âSwayzeesâ
Sway Dance âSwayzeesâ Co-ed Performance Group is a community of dancers varying across all different backgrounds, skill levels, professions, and ages. Whether you are a looking for a new hobby or you want to take your skills to the next level, Swayzee classes are a place to express yourself while making friends, getting active, and showing off your skills at our quarterly parties and events!
No partner? No problem! Classes rotate for learning purposes in class to help you develop skills more quickly.
Rehearsals are every Sunday for 30 minutes to 1.5 hours, depending on the upcoming schedule/performance. Classes are $13/hour and purchased by a 10-hour punch card for $130.
The âSwayzettesâ
Sway Dance âSwayzettesâ Female Performance Group is made up of a strong community of ladies varying across all different backgrounds, skill levels, professions, and age. However, we have one thing in common â A love for movement and performanceâĻ and of course, who doesnât love a wearing an awesome costume every now and then?!
We welcome new, lifelong, and âcoming back to danceâ dancers looking for opportunities to learn choreography, have fun, and perform at our quarterly parties and events. We offer a wide variety of classes to give our students a chance to experience different types of movement. Choreography includes Ballroom, Latin, Swing, Indian, Hip Hop/House, Tap, Modern, and more!
Rehearsals are every Sunday for 30 minutes to 1.5 hours, depending on the upcoming schedule/performance. Classes are $13/hour and are purchased by 10-hour punch cards for $130. Regular attendance is required since classes are progressive, but makeup sessions can be scheduled for occasional missed classes.
Showcases
Our performance groups participate in three showcases a year, culminating in our annual stage production each November. Have a blast, take your dancing to the next level, and be a part of a truly special experience.
Formal
Showcase
Time to get FANCY! This formal event is a magical evening filled with dance lessons, social dancing, performances and appetizers. We start the night with performances from the Swayzees, Swayzettes, Sway TAP, soloists and Sway Dance instructors.
2025 Formal theme - MOULIN ROUGE
More details coming soon.
Spring & Summer
Party
Dancers of all abilities, ages, backgrounds are welcome to join us! No partner needed.These parties are low key, fun and casual. We start the night with a dance lesson, then scatter mini lessons in throughout the night. Use this time to practice the moves you're learning in class while picking up some new figures/dances from other students. Sway Dance instructors are always there to help you along the way.
November Stage Production (2024)
Our 10th year celebration! Come join us as we pick our favorite dances from the last 10 years as well as some new ones we havenât been able to showcase yet.
Ready to join the crew?
Email us and weâll get you the details on our current class schedules, performances, events and more!
Have more questions about Performance Dance Groups?
See our Frequently Asked Questions section or contact us today.