Spectrum Dance Invitational 2026
(Summer Edition)
Choreographer Submission
The Spectrum Dance Invitational (Summer Edition) celebrates the richness of movement, culture, and creativity through an evening of high-caliber, multi-genre dance. This one-night-only event will take place Friday, June 5th at Spectrum Dance Center’s Studio Theater, the cultural performance hub of South County.
We invite choreographers to submit original works that reflect strong artistic intention, refined technique, and a spirit of collaboration.
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Performance Date:
Friday, June 5, 2026 (8PM)Location:
Spectrum Dance Center Studio Theatre
22661 Lambert Street, Unit 204
Lake Forest, CA 92630
(View Google Maps)Event Includes:
Master Class led by one of the evening’s featured choreographers (paid opportunity)
Tech rehearsal, performance, and post-show Choreographer Q&A
Performance feedback
$50 choreographer’s stipend & People’s Choice Award
Participation:
All dancers must be present for tech, performance, and final bow. Participation in the master class is encouraged but not required.
All choreographers are responsible for selling a minimum of 5 tickets.
Performers under the age of 18 must have a ticketed adult in the audience.
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SUBMISSIONS FOR SUMMER ARE NOW CLOSED. STAY TUNED FOR OUR WINTER DANCE INVITATIONAL.
Deadline: Friday, April 17th (11:59PM) - $30
Extended Deadline: Friday, April 24th (11:59PM) - $40
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Submission Fee:
$30 (non-refundable)
Deadline: April 17th$40 (non-refundable)
Extended Deadline: April 24th
Works should be high-quality but do not have to be “show ready” for the submission.
All styles of dance are welcome — contemporary, classical, cultural, and beyond.
SUBMISSIONS FOR SUMMER ARE NOW CLOSED.
STAY TUNED FOR OUR WINTER DANCE INVITATIONAL.
Although the submissions have been closed we would love to see you at the show!