The Trudl Zipper Dance Institute welcomes students from ages 4 to adult to study ballet, tap, modern, and hip hop, with a world-class faculty of former professionals. Our season features performances from the students of our pre-professional Dance Academy; ballet, tap, and modern students of all ages from our Youth Dance program; our exceptional Tap Faculty; and guest artists.
Performances take place in Zipper Hall and the more intimate space of the LA Dance Project’s 2245.
Sunday, November 3 at 2 pm and 5 pm LA Dance Project
Leading guest dance artists collaborate with Conservatory musicians in an evening that illuminates the creative process.
Book Tickets 2 pm
Book Tickets 5 pm
Sunday, November 24 at 5 pm, Zipper Hall
Experience the talent and creativity of Colburn’s distinguished Tap Faculty artists as they perform their own curated programs with friends and students.
Book Tickets
Saturday, December 14 2 pm and 5 pm Zipper Hall
Enter into the wonder of the holiday season through this festive program of music and dance, featuring performers from all of Colburn’s dance programs.
Saturday, February 22 at 7 pm Zipper Hall
Stars from the world of tap dance present an inspired performance showcasing the dynamism and vitality of the art form today.
Saturday, March 30 at 2 pm and 5 pm LA Dance Project
Music Academy and Dance Academy students perform celebrated choreography paired with musical masterworks.
Sunday, May 11 at 2 pm LA Dance Project
Student creativity takes center stage as Colburn Dance Academy artists present a program of their original works.
Saturday, May 24 2 pm and 5 pm Luckman Theatre at Cal State LA
Colburn Dance students of all ages close the year with a celebratory program featuring new choreography and beloved masterworks.