All participants are expected to abide by the policies in place at BYU-Idaho. Dancers, please wear comfortable dance clothes and correct shoes that will allow for efficient and safe movement in your chosen genre. Ballet classes will expect form fitting dance clothes. Temperatures vary from room to room so be prepared with layers that can be removed during class. Absolutely NO bare midriffs. Be aware, while on campus, you will need to cover up your dance clothes. Leggings, jeans, sweats, around knee-length shorts, T-shirts, cap sleeves, jackets, sweatshirts are all acceptable.The Dress and Grooming Policy is a helpful tool to look at for guidance, as well as, Dance Attire Standards specifically fit for dancers.
Dancers should bring appropriate clothing and shoes that coincide with your selected classes, and a water bottle. Dancers will also have the opportunity to have lunch on campus. You are welcome to bring your own lunch, or purchase Chick-fil-a from the cafeteria. This lunch is encouraged for all participants as it encourages connections to be made. Current dance students, and those in leadership roles will be participating in the festival, and will help direct and answer questions.
This schedule is subject to change. Participants should arrive at the Hart building between 8-8:15. Parking is always tricky so give yourself time. It is recommended that you arrive a little early to ensure you find a parking space and properly warm up.
*8:30: Dancers will warm up and become familiar with what to expect.
*8:50-12:00: Dancers will participate in 3 classes. Charity Anderson Reid, from World of Dance, will teach the second block class for all participants. Each class transition will have a buffer time of 10 minutes to allow dancers a bathroom break, water break, change break, and to find the next room without being late.
*12-12:30: Cool down stretch and keynote address by Charity Anderson Reid.
*12:30: Lunch.
*1:30-3:00: Preview Collegiate Dancers Extravadance rehearsal and Q&A (208A)
The schedule also is visible online here.
*8:30: Dancers will warm up and become familiar with what to expect.
*8:50-12:00: Dancers will participate in 3 classes. Charity Anderson Reid, from World of Dance, will teach the second block class for all participants. Each class transition will have a buffer time of 10 minutes to allow dancers a bathroom break, water break, change break, and to find the next room without being late.
*12-12:30: Cool down stretch and keynote address by Charity Anderson Reid.
*12:30: Lunch.
*1:30-3:00: Preview Collegiate Dancers Extravadance rehearsal and Q&A (208A)
The schedule also is visible online here.
Our faculty will be watching throughout the day for those who show skill, dedication, and passion. These scholarships will be awarded at the end of the festival during our “cool down."
As this Event is taking place during the weekend, parking is open. As you move around campus, you will find several parking lots. When you have found a parking place, or have been dropped off, it will be helpful to have a Map guiding you. This will show you where each building is located, how many levels the building has, where the entrances are at each level, and classroom locations. When you are getting closer to the Hart building, you will find signs and people to help direct you the rest of the way!
Yes! This is a ticketed event, which means each individual who wishes to attend will need to pay $8 per ticket. This show fills quickly and sells out often, but good news. Extravadance runs July 8th- 12th. If your dancers, families, and friends would like to attend any of these nights, they absolutely can. This is a great opportunity for aspiring dancers to see peers and newfound friends perform on stage. Purchase tickets online at BYU-Idaho Ticket Office.
For those guests wanting to be on campus while their dancers take class, you are welcome to explore campus, check out the University Bookstore, enjoy the Ricks Gardens, or wander the streets of Rexburg. At the conclusion of the festival, you are welcome to join us in HRT 208 A for lunch, rehearsal preview, and a brief Q&A. Please note that all visitors and guests should also be aware of the University's Dress and Grooming Expectations.
All dancers over the age of 16 are invited to attend, along with current BYUI dance students.
Absolutely, we encourage you to. Take some time to explore the campus and what BYU-Idaho has to offer you. We also have Campus Tours available for community members to have a knowledgeable guide lead you around campus and answer questions. This is helpful for students who are planning on, or thinking about, attending BYU-Idaho, as it will increase campus comfort.
Of course you can. Try something new and have fun. We hope to give you a sample of classes and teachers you will experience here at BYUI.
As always, contact Diedre Sakota, one of our Theatre and Dance Department Faculty. She will help find answers to any questions! Her email is sakotadi@byui.edu.
Extra Help
Highlighted Portions of this map are areas of focus for the Event. The Hart Building is where dancers will start their activities and then they move to the Manwaring Center (MC) for lunch.
Parking Lots are the green and red sections that are filled with yellow highlights. These are the spaces you will want to try and get a parking pass/permit for.
Hart Building
This building has many entrances. I have highlighted them in yellow. The upper picture is the 1st level of the building and the lower is the 2nd level. You will notice it is easier to access the Dance area from the 2nd level towards the center of campus.
I have drawn arrows to the “X” where the dance hall is located, and where the Event will kick off. You will also notice that red highlighted boxes are visible in the lower photo, these are the dance rooms/studios.