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Artistic Director: Katie Carroll

Fusion Dancers: Click here to access your Fusion Dropbox

Fusion is an advanced-level Performing Company made up of talented, well-rounded dancers who bring energy, passion, and dedication to the stage. Representing Rhythm Dance Center at competitions, conventions, and local performances, these dancers push their performances to the next level! This company is comprised of teen dancers selected through auditions, with eligibility beginning in 6th grade. Fusion is divided into two levels—Teen and Senior—both of which require a strong commitment and a drive to excel. Maintaining the expectations of Fusion means making dance your top priority.Fusion is such a dynamic and versatile group of committed dancers, known for standout performances and amazing teamwork! Beyond dance technique and many performances, the bonds formed within Edge—between dancers and faculty—create a lasting sense of camaraderie and mentorship. With many dancers training under the same teachers throughout their entire journey at Rhythm, these relationships extend far beyond the studio, shaping their growth both in dance and in life.

NOTE: Fusion competes for the first time in the late fall. The rehearsal schedule for Fusion is VERY heavy starting Labor Day weekend through October on weekends. In addition, Fusion dancers are required to be present for one weekend of Fall Break for rehearsals.

FUSION Involves:

  • Choosing dance as a priority over other extracurricular activities
  • Attendance to 2 competitions and 3 conventions (two with competition)
  • Classes with guest teachers at Rhythm Dance Center
  • Tap the Map Workshop at Rhythm - September 5-7, 2025
  • Potential additional in-house workshops as scheduled
  • Opportunity to audition for one extra group
  • Attendance to Fusion Summer Intensive
  • All Fusion boys will participate in GMx - our all-boys hip hop crew
  • Participation in Holiday Show & Year-End Shows

Fusion Class & Performance Requirements

  • Fusion will compete in jazz, tap, and contemporary as a group, will do both a hip hop and a jazz production, and will have the opportunity to audition for one extra group.
  • Required to be at the studio three days per week taking classes in jazz, ballet, tap, hip hop, contemporary and more.
  • Weekend rehearsals (when scheduled) are mandatory.

Fusion Financial Commitments

Approximate Annual Company Cost: $3900-$4400 (low-end minimum requirements, high-end with extra group)

Includes: company costumes, competition entry fees, convention fees, & choreography fees.Paid via monthly installments.

Current Monthly Tuition Cost (this will be going up next season): $390