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by Lorenz Marvin IV 5 min read

SJDT

Since its inception in 1965, San Jose Dance Theatre has provided the community of San Jose and the greater San Francisco Bay area with quality performances. These performances feature professional artists, working in collaboration with young dancers to deliver outstanding productions.

Mission & Vision

Our core values are to maintain excellence in ballet and contemporary dance training and provide opportunities for dancers of all levels. We seek to enrich our community, through collaborations with artists and arts organizations, connecting with the rich diversity that San Jose offers.

Diversity, Equity and Inclusion

SJDT is committed to cultivating an organization that is inclusive in artistic expression and embraces diversity on stage and off.

Join San Jose Dance Theatre's Leading Academic Program

Do you want to study dance in a fun and supportive environment? San Jose Dance Theatre offers classes for structured academic studies and casual dance and ballet classes. Year-round enrollment available, Contact us today to schedule a trial class! View our current class schedule for our Youth Program (age 3-18) and Adult Open Classes (age 18+).

Dance & Ballet Classes

Below is an outline of the many dance and ballet classes that are offered at San Jose Dance Theatre. We welcome anyone interested in learning to dance both as pursuing a professional career or casual fun classes. Book your placement class now by emailing godance@sjdt.org!

Master Classes

Periodic high-level guest teachers will be invited to give Master Classes.

Your Professional Career Starts Here!

Our Trainee Program is a bridging program for young dancers who are transitioning from student to company dancer. The Trainee Program sets young dancers up to become successful professional ballet artists under the guidance of SJDT’s artistic staff.

Program

The San Jose Dance Theatre Trainee Program is a 1-2 year program for dancers who have graduated highschool and have trained seriously in Classical Ballet and Contemporary dance. Our Trainee Program will further develop the dancer’s skill for a professional career.

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