MDAA Fall Workshop 2025
October 17 - 20
Billings, MT

Please read through the workshop information, and
then see below for instructions on how to register for classes.

We are thrilled to head just a little South, and just a little East, to hold our Fall Workshop in Billings! We could not be more thankful that workshop directors Julia Marble Blass and Leigh Schanfein have a fabulous line-up of instructors ready to energize, inspire, and fuel our dance spirits! As always, the weekend includes daily classes for all levels in ballet, jazz, tap, hip hop, and modern. On top of that, enhance your dance training by attending the specialty classes! The specialty classes will include: introduction to Latin Dance, Introduction to Bran Dance for Instructors and Studio Owners, Introduction to Contact Improvisation, and *** . See below for a downloadable Specialty Class Descriptions file.

MDAA has secured blocks at local hotels, several within walking distance of the studio spaces. See the hotel information file to download below and plan to book your rooms early!

The highlight of every Fall Workshop is the Student Showcase! Studios are invited to share pieces from their school’s repertoire. Come cheer on your fellow Montana dancers. This is a fun-for-all evening, you won’t want to miss it. Teachers, please see the Showcase Form link below.

Student Choreographers, don’t miss the chance to have your work adjudicated by our guest faculty. See below and download forms for the rules, information, and applying for the Donna Jewell Choreography Prize.

MDAA hoodies and stickers will be available for purchase on a first come-first served basis. They will be available at the Registration Table along with tickets to our annual raffle!

Other Reminders

  • All participants are required to check-in at the Registration Table to pick up their Workshop Packets and wristband before attending any classes. Wristbands are required to attend classes.

  • Early check-in is at Montana Dance Center on Thursday, October 16th, from 4:00 - 6:00 pm and then 7:00 - 8:00 pm, and continues Friday & Saturday 7:45 am - 4:00 pm, & Sunday 7:45 am - 12:00 pm.

  • MDAA Professional Membership Meeting is Saturday, October 19th at *** starting at 11:40 am. All instructors are invited and encouraged to attend. Please use the Lunch Order Link if you would like us to place an order for you and have your order ready at the meeting.

  • The dancewear and pointe shoe fitting vendor this workshop will be the Spokane Dance Shop. They will be at Montana Dance Center, studio 1, throughout the weekend for all your needs! Please contact them directly with any questions 509.279.8935.

  • Dress Code: Ballet: solid colored leotard (must be black for any audition), tights and shoes. No skirts, warm-ups, etc. Jazz, Tap & Modern: Appropriate shoes with tops that cover the midriff and pants/tights that cover the legs at least to the knees.

We look forward to seeing you in Billings for an exciting weekend of dance,

Your Workshop Directors, Julia Marble Blass & Leigh Schanfein, Executive Director Charlene White, and your entire MDAA board.

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Registration Information

Late Fees will be assessed after midnight on October 9th. Register Today!

Student Fees
Annual $25 Student Membership will be charged to all Student Registrations

1-Day Pass = $150 After October 11th = $200
2-Day Pass = $200 After October 11th = $250
3-Day Pass = $225 After October 11th = $275

Professional Membership Fees
All instructors are required to have a current Professional Membership
Level 1 = $40, Level 2 = $150: See above for a membership form

1-Day Pass = $60 After October 11th = $85
2-Day Pass = $70 After October 11th = $95
3-Day Pass = $80 After October 11th = $105

COLLEge student fees

College student annual membership fees are $25, and workshop Day Pass fees are the same as for Professional Members.


How to Register

Please note there has been an update to our JackRabbit account and everyone will need to update their billing information.
We are completing set up for new e-payments processing. You will not be able to make payments at the time of your registration. You will be given a 3-day notice before payments are processed.

  1. Choose your 1, 2, or 3-Day Pass first, then

  2. Choose your individual classes

  3. A Student Membership fee will be charged to all student accounts

Click the appropriate button below!
Be sure to choose your Workshop Pass and your individual classes before finishing your registration.

Call the MDAA Office at 406-442-6519 or
Charlene at 406-459-6337 if you need assistance.
montanadanceartsassoc@gmail.com

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