Caroline's Creative Initiatives is thrilled to announce the expansion of its pre-professional Internship Program with the launch of Contemporary Dance KL (Kawartha Lakes).

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This year-long technique and choreography training program for ages 13+ offers dancers the opportunity to experience contemporary dance through the lens of a professional company. Designed to complement ongoing studio training, Contemporary Dance KL provides dancers with a unique bridge between recreational or competitive dance education and the professional dance industry.

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Company dancers will receive a partially subsidized weekly technique class followed by a choreography and creative process session where they will learn original contemporary repertoire sponsored by local businesses and community partners. Throughout the season, dancers will work closely with professional artists, gain valuable networking opportunities, and be eligible for scholarship opportunities from professional contemporary dance training programs affiliated with Caroline's Creative Initiatives. The choreography learned throughout the season will be presented as part of Caroline's Creative Initiatives' professional contemporary dance production in May 2027 in Peterborough, alongside professional contemporary dancers from across Canada.

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Featured Choreographers

This season's repertoire will include:

• A new original creation by Artistic Director Caroline Bentley

• A commissioned work by acclaimed Canadian contemporary dance artist Willem Sadler

 

Willem Sadler is an accomplished artist who has performed in a wide range of contemporary dance productions both nationally and internationally. His performance credits include collaborations with the Toronto Symphony Orchestra, Mirvish Productions, Dusk Dances, CCDT, Dance Collection Danse, Zata OMM, ProArteDanza, and Côté Danse. He has also worked with renowned choreographers including Jennifer Archibald, Guillaume Côté, Colin Connor, William Yong, and Robert Lepage.

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Company Commitments

Technique Class:
Sundays | 12:30 PM – 1:45 PM

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Repertoire & Creative Process:
Sundays | 1:45 PM – 2:45 PM

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Location:
CCI's sponsored studio space at the Bobcaygeon Lions Club

 

Professional Production Performance:
May 2027 (exact date to be announced)

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Technique Program Cost After Sponsorship

Remaining cost after sponsorship contributions for the full season's technique class component running September 2026 to May 2027 with one month off in January: $1,250.00 + HST

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Payment plans available dividing the total into three instalments.

The choreography and creative process sessions are FREE sponsored by local businesses.

There are no additional fees to participate in the program. 

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How to Apply

Dancers from Peterborough and the Kawartha Lakes region interested in auditioning for Contemporary Dance KL are asked to submit:

• A dance résumé

• A statement of interest

• A dance video audition including one contemporary dance stage performance or studio class combo, improvisation, and a contemporary ballet adage

 

Dancers whose studio commitments conflict with our performance schedule may request to participate in the technique program only and serve as an understudy within the performance company.

 

Applications should be sent to carolinescreativeinitiatives@gmail.com by Friday July 3rd, 2026. 

Successful applicants will be asked to attend a Zoom interview. 

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We look forward to welcoming passionate, dedicated dancers into this exciting new chapter of Caroline's Creative Initiatives!