Zohar Update 6.22.2026
Vivian Sam
BALLET with KRISTINE ELLIOTT
Tuesday/Thursday @ 10:30am will be taught by Brooke Wertwijn through July 2
Wednesday @ 6:00 pm will be taught by Amrita Jade through July 1
MODERN FOR THE MONTHS OF JUNE & JULY
No Modern on Thursdays mornings for months of June & July
Modern is as usual on Saturday mornings at 9:00am
Virginia Bock is teaching the Modern stretch & floor barre via Zoom only on Thursday mornings June and July @ 8:15 am - 9:00 am
DANCE AUDITION WORKSHOP SERIES: 2 of 3 left
Zohar's Audition Workshop Series is designed to give dancers the tools, confidence, and real-world experience needed to walk into any audition and stand out.
Take advantage of this workshop to evaluate your strengths, uncover areas for improvement, and determine where to focus your training moving forward.
What You'll Gain: Work through accelerated choreography to sharpen your movement memory and quick-pick-up skills. Discover how to stay adaptable under pressure, apply corrections on the spot, and make every moment count on the floor. Each session culminates in a mock audition with personalized feedback — so you're not just practicing, you're preparing to be cast.
Meet Your Next Choreographers:
June 27th | 1:30 – 2:30 PM Christine Baker (hip hop)
July 11th | 1:30 – 2:30 PM Lee Ann Payne (theater jazz)
All three sessions: $45; Single Session: $20 Register via Mindbody and we recommend you use Zohar's website to register. Link: https://zohardancecompany.org/dance-audition-series (please use the Zohar website to register)
BALLET with CHARLES
Wednesday, June 24th Ballet Class will begin at 10:00 am. No Floor Barre.
Wednesday, July 1st - Amrita will be teaching the Ballet class subbing for Charles which will begin at 10:30am (regular time). No Floor Barre @ 10:00am
MOVEMENT LAB SERIES by CLAIRE ALEXANDER SESSION (2 sessions left)
Choreographer and Teaching Artist Claire Alexander returns to Zohar for a three-session series built around one idea: what happens when a room full of people makes something together in real time?
Each session is its own complete world. Come to one, come to all three. One can sign up for them separately.
Dates: Sundays - June 28, July 12
Time: 1:15p - 4:15p
Link: https://zohardancecompany.org/artist-in-residence Because this is a workshop, we recommend you register via a laptop/desktop rather than a smartphone.
FREE EVENT - THE REGENCY ERA ROYAL BALL (ENGLISH COUNTRY DANCES) SEVEN spots left!!!!!!
Taught by Kayvon Kordestani on Sunday, July 19th @ 5:00pm - 7:00pm
During this gathering, attendees will learn the history and customs of the Regency ballroom, master authentic dance steps of the era, and enjoy a lively English country dance combination inspired by the beloved worlds of Bridgerton and Pride & Prejudice. NO PARTNER NEEDED.
2ND ANNUAL ZOHAR GETAWAY 2026 - THREE spots left!!!!!
Zohar's 2nd Annual Getaway 2026 is here!
This October, join us for an unforgettable long weekend in New York City — Broadway shows, world-class dance, incredible food, and a like-minded community who loves it all as much as you do.
Dates: October 1-4, 2026
Stay: 3 nights at the Row NYC, a 4-star hotel in the heart of Midtown Manhattan
What's included:
- Welcome Cocktail Reception
- Hosted Dinner
- Hosted Brunch
- 2 Broadway Musicals (including Schmigadoon! and Cats: The Jellicle Ball)
- 2 Dance Performances (Fall for Dance Festival & New York City Ballet)
- Walking Food Tour
- An exclusive backstage moment after Schmigadoon! Meet a Two-Time Tony Award Nominee who will be giving the group a backstage tour.
Secure your spot with a $500 deposit. Single room: $4,850 | Double occupancy: $8,800 ($4,400 per person)
Email Daynee at zohar...@gmail.com to reserve your place!
Broadway shows. World-class dance. Incredible food. An exclusive backstage moment after Schmigadoon! And a like-minded community ready to share it all with you. There will be some allotted free time for those who want their own adventures (i.e. taking classes at Broadway Dance Center, going to a museum, etc).
This July, we remember, we celebrate, and we move — together. Save the date: July 10, 2026 from 6:00 pm. More soon.
With gratitude,
Vivian Sam & Daynee Lai-Krauss