Workshops and Conventions​

Exciting workshops with Local Dance Companies.

We’re thrilled to invite you to an extraordinary opportunity at the CARE Dance Festival! This year, dancers can train with professionals from two renowned dance companies right here in Markham! Don’t miss this chance to learn from top industry artists, deepen your skills, and expand your performance experience.

Workshop 2025 - Sunday, November 23, 2025

Why Attend?

• Professional Training: Learn what it is like to be a dancer from local performance companies.
• Inspiration & Growth: Gain insight into dance as an art form and profession.

Levels: 

Junior ages 6 + 
Senior ages 13+

Workshop Highlights 2025:

1. Musical Theatre with Drayton Entertainment (Cambridge)
   Get ready to shine as Drayton Entertainment brings the magic of musical theatre to ! Dive into character work of the musical Shrek,  and learn performance techniques from a professional performance company. 

2. Expression through Ballet with Ballet Jörgen (Toronto)
   Discover the elegance of ballet with Canada’s Ballet Jörgen! This class will help dancers explore expression through ballet technique, taught by seasoned professionals from this celebrated ballet company. Presenting exerpts from their new Ballet a Mid-Summer Nights Dream, students will learn more than the steps, the expression and gestures that bring the ballet together. 

3. Technique, Leaps, and Turns Class
   Hone your technical skills in a dedicated Technique, Leaps, and Turns class designed to boost your strength, control, and precision. This essential class is included in the studio group rate, making it a fantastic addition for dancers looking to elevate their training.
   

To register your studio or an individual dancer please contact the office at 647-362-2735

Looking forward to seeing you there!

Warm regards,
CARE Dance Festival Team