About This Event

The F.I.L.E.S. (Future Inspired Leaders Exemplifying Success) Arts Project (TFAP) is hosting a FREE Dance and Music Workshop held at the Alabama School of Fine Arts. Join us this summer for a Workshop focused on in-depth training in various dance and music techniques! Dance participants will gain clarity in their technical abilities and artistry by building strength, endurance, balance, and emotional expression through movement while learning basic dance skills, concepts, and tools to become a well-rounded artist. Music participants will engage in exciting and challenging classes including instrument-specific masterclasses, ensemble rehearsals, music theory, improvisation, and private lessons to improve your overall musicianship. Whether you're a dancer or musician, this workshop will sharpen your technical abilities and boost your performance quality!

 

You don't want to miss the opportunity to connect with TFAP for a uniquely invigorating experience! We hope to see you this summer!

Event Details
Event: FREE Professional Dance & Music Workshop

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Date and Time:
Monday, June 9, 2025 - Friday, June 13, 2025
9:00am - 4:00pm

* The Dance & Music Workshop will culminate in a Showcase *
Friday, June 13, 2025
Location: Dorothy Jemison Day Theater at the Alabama School of Fine Arts
Time: 5pm

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Dance Workshop Location:
Alabama School of Fine Arts (ASFA)
1800 Reverend Abraham Woods Jr Boulevard
Birmingham, AL 35203

 

Music Workshop Location:

The Boutwell Auditorium
1930 Reverend Abraham Woods Jr Boulevard
Birmingham, AL 35203

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Classes Offered:
*Dance: Ballet, Horton, Improv, Jazz, HipHop, & more!
Teaching Artists
Kat Files, Rivkins Christopher, Eryn Cade, Alisa Gregory

​*Business of Being an Artist Seminar: Christian Files
​*Healthy Artist Seminar: Dr. Faith Caldwell

*Music: Private Lesson, Ensemble Rehearsal, & Music Theory!
Teaching Artists
Dr. Royce Files, Dwight Houston, Aundrenee' Jemison, Christopher Stewart

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Participants:
Dance
- Level I (Ages 6-9)
- Level II (Ages 10-13)
- Level III (Ages 14 & up)
Music
- High School & Middle School
(Woodwinds & Brass Focus)

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Lunch:
Please Bring a Brown-Bag Lunch

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Fee:
The Workshop is at no cost to participants! 

However, a $30 non-refundable registration fee is required at the time of application submission.

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Schedule:

Dance and Music schedules will be emailed to participants upon registration completion.

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Attire:
*Dance/Exercise appropriate clothing-
ALL BLACK: leotards, tank tops, fitted t-shirts, dance tights, biker shorts, leggings, soffe shorts, etc.
Footwear: Ballet shoes (if you have them), black socks, jazz shoes, & foot thongs.

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**NOTE** If you have attended The F.I.L.E.S. Arts Project Workshops in the past, please wear your tank/t-shirts!!

TFAP Health & Safety Protocols

The F.I.L.E.S. Arts Project (TFAP) looks forward to sharing the joy of dance with your students this summer. Safety and health are our priority and we take our lead from the CDC, Alabama Department of Public Health, and current local case data. Anticipate changes in these protocols as we continue to learn and adapt to follow best practices. We will periodically communicate changes or re-affirm current protocols. Thank you in advance for your patience and understanding.

Coming to Class

- Students will wash or sanitize hands before and after class.

- Hand sanitizer will be available by each studio and the front desk.

- Students may not wear street shoes in the studios; dance shoes are not allowed outside the facility such as on the sidewalk or in the parking lot. We recommend students find shoes such as Crocs to slip on over their ballet shoes or change shoes before entering the studio space.

- Students should be dressed with hair set and ready for class when they arrive.

- Dressings rooms are open for use. Students may bring their personal items into the dressing rooms which will have assigned spaces.

- Drinking fountains are open for use. However, students are encouraged to bring a labeled water bottle for use in the studio. Also, students should bring a brown bag lunch/water from home.

- Parents/guardians are asked to monitor their child for ANY suspected illness and REFRAIN from coming to the studio IF ILL.

Masks

- Masks are optional for participants, faculty, and staff.

Space and Logistics

- No parents or visitors will be allowed in the building. Drop off and pick-up procedures will be provided upon registration.

- Students will be assigned a studio for all of their classes for the duration of the Workshop and will not travel to other parts of the building except for lunch and restroom breaks.

Cleaning and Sanitizing

- Ballet barres will be sanitized after each use.

- Facility will have an enhanced cleaning schedule throughout the day; studio floors will be cleaned each evening.