At Leighton Dance Project, our Crew & Company programs are designed for dancers ready to take their training and performance to the next level. Dancers in these programs experience a well-rounded season filled with studio productions like Winter Wonderland, the Annual Crew Show, the Company Concert Series, Musicality in Motion, and the Annual Review, while also representing LDP at regional competitions and conventions tailored to their level. Beyond the stage, they share their love of dance through community performances at parades, tree lightings, and local events, and are regularly inspired by master teachers and guest choreographers who bring fresh perspectives and professional experience into the studio. Crew & Company dancers don’t just perform—they grow as artists, teammates, and leaders both in dance and in life.

Crew Performance

Crew dancers perform in many of our shows throughout the season, both on stage and out in the community. Their performance opportunities include:

• Annual Crew Show – a themed showcase just for our Crew dancers.

• Winter Wonderland – our festive holiday production for Cutie Club/Club/Crew/Company dancers.

• Annual Review – our end-of-season celebration of dance for Cutie Club/Club/Crew/Company dancers.

• Community Events – sharing the joy of dance with the Folsom community, such as:

  • Veterans Day Parade

  • Tree Lighting Ceremonies

  • Folsom Family Expo

  • And more!

Through these performances, Crew dancers gain valuable stage experience, build confidence, and learn the importance of connecting with an audience both in the theatre and in the community.

Crew Competition

Starlet/Petite

Our Starlet and Petite Crews compete at 2 local competitions and have the option to attend 1 convention throughout the season.

Mini/Junior

Our Mini and Junior Crews compete at 2 local competitions and attend 1 convention throughout the season.

Teen/Senior

Our Mini and Junior Crews compete at 2 local competitions and attend 1 convention throughout the season.

 

Company Performance

Company dancers experience a wide range of performance opportunities throughout the season, designed to challenge their artistry and showcase their growth across multiple styles. Their performance opportunities include:

• Company Concert Series – four concerts highlighting each style: Ballet | Tap | Hip Hop | Contemporary

• Winter Wonderland – Minis and Juniors perform in our holiday production.

• Annual Review – all Company dancers participate in our end-of-season showcase.

• Taking Flight – a special project for Teen/Senior Crew/Company dancers, featuring original choreography created by our graduating seniors.

• Musicality in Motion – a unique project that fuses Tap and Contemporary into one innovative performance.

• Community Events – select opportunities to share their work and represent LDP within the Folsom community.

Through these diverse performances, Company dancers refine their artistry, expand their versatility, and gain meaningful stage experience that prepares them for collegiate and professional opportunities.

Company Competition

Mini/Junior

Our Mini and Junior Companies compete at 1 local competition/convention and attend 2 conventions throughout the season.

Teen/Senior

Our Teen and Senior Companies compete and attend 2 conventions throughout the season, with optional convention opportunities.

	Crew	Company
Purpose & Focus	Performance-team experience; developing versatility, stage presence, foundational training, opportunity in competition.	Advanced training; artistry, technique, deeper performance & creative opportunities, preparing for higher paths in dance.
Commitment / Invitations	Invitation to join; through our evaluation process. Usually hosted in May dancers can audition to be selected for this program.	Same invitation process; often more styles, more projects, more rehearsals & expectations.
Styles & Training Tracks	Multiple dance styles; strong curriculum & consistent training. May be in fewer styles depending on casting.	Full course load across styles; may include extra specialty or advanced classes, classes by master teachers, etc.
Evaluations / Placement	Evaluations in mid-season to assess growth & best fit.	Same process; might have more rigorous technical evaluation and placement in advanced styles.
Performances & Events	Winter Wonderland; Crew Show; Annual Review; Crew Show, Community & studio events.	Groups have the opportunity to perform in Winter Wonderland, Annual Review, Company Concert Series, Community & studio events.
Musicality in Motion	N/A	Select Project dancers perform in this Tap and Contemporary crossover performance.
Taking Flight	Teen/Senior Crew is invited to perform in this senior choreography show.	Teen/Senior Company is invited to perform in this senior choreography show. Graduating Seniors in the company program have the opportunity to create and debut their own choreography.
Competition/Convention	Attendance in local competitions and  convention.	Attendance in local and travel competitions and conventions.
Specialty / Guest Opportunities	Included in specialty pieces; exposure to guest choreographers / master teachers.	Included in specialty pieces; exposure to guest choreographers / master teachers.
Extra Support Resources	Thrive Guides; Confidence Coaching; Class Moms; Intern Program.	Same resources; may also have more mentorship, personalized feedback, possibly more performance video/documentation options.
Cost & Financial Commitment	Annual fees; optional fees for specialty or extra classes; commitment fee; etc.	Higher expected cost due to more styles, possible specialties, competition/convention fees, etc.