2021 Season Dance Competitions
IMPORTANT NOTICE – 2020 EVENT REFUNDS
We are working directly with your dance studio and account holders. Please be sure to contact your dance studio for more details and to claim your benefit.
Our California Dance Classics team is eagerly awaiting our return to the stage and we all look forward to seeing you again soon.
With all our unwavering support and best wishes…
California Dance Classics
San Francisco 2021
MAY 27-31
The Mexican Heritage Plaza
1700 Alum Rock Avenue San Jose, CA 95116
Los Angeles 2021
Master Classes: Mar. 13-14
Livestream:
Weekend of April 10, 2021
San Diego 2021
Master Classes: Mar. 27-28
Livestream:
Weekend of April 10, 2021
California Dance Classics
SoCal Virtual Competition
Friday, April 9 and Saturday, April10
FRIDAY: Group 1-12:30 pm
Classical Ballet Solo 8 yrs & younger
Classical Ballet Solo 9-10 yrs
Contemporary Solo 8 yrs & younger
Contemporary Solo 9-10 yrs
Group 2 - 2:15 pm
Classical Repertoire Solo 11-12 yrsGroup 3 - 5:00 pm
Neo-Classical Solo 11-12 yrsContemporary Solo 11-12 yrsSATURDAY: Group 4 - 11:00 am
Classical Repertoire Solo 13-14 yrs
Group 5 - 2:30 pm
Neo-Classical Solo 13-14 yrsContemporary 13-14 yrs
Group 6 - 5:00 pm
Classical Repertoire 15-16 yrs Sunday – April 11
Be sure to refresh your page at the start of each new group viewing.
SUNDAY: Group 7- 10:00am
Contemporary Solo 15-16 yrs
Neo-Classical Solo 15-16 yrs & older
Group 8 - 12:35 pm
Contemporary Solo 17 yrs & olderNational Character Solo 15-16 yrs
Group 9 - 1:35 pm
Classical Repertoire Solo 17 yrs & olderGroup 10 - 2:30 pm
Duo/Trio and Pas de DeuxGroup 11 - 3:30 pm
EnsemblesAwards - 5:30 pm
ABOUT US
We are California Dance Classics (CDC), offering Classical Ballet and Contemporary Dance Competitions and Scholarship programs. Welcome.
Created and Directed by Conny Mathot (see bio), CDC is built on a platform of integrity and fairness for all participants. It’s said that necessity is the mother of all invention. Conny has dedicated her entire life to the art of Ballet. A strong desire to better the industry has driven Conny to re-invent Classical Ballet and Contemporary Dance Competition, setting a new standard of excellence. Her experience and expertise in the Ballet industry has afforded her the skill necessary to form and lead California Dance Classics. We are determined to deliver a World Class event, benefiting all those who participate, fairly and accurately.
Many elements of our model set us apart and above. Our primary focus is on the Ballet Dancer and their experience at our competition events. We accomplish this by delivering what has long been missed in the dance competition industry; Integrity. We offer highly qualified and well respected Judges, fairness in age grouping and performance time allowances, clear and constructive critique reports, guidance during our pre-competition Master Class, and a positive on-stage dancing experience for each and every CDC competition participant.
CDC Judges are selected through a strict vetting process. Those considered for this critical position must have an appreciation for Ballet, knowledge of the art, a positive reputation, solid experience, and a genuine desire to encourage our participants. Please review their bio’s listed under the “Judges & Awards” tab.
OUR JUDGES WILL NOT SCORE BASED ON FAVORITISM, NEPOTISM, OR ANY OTHER UNFAIR BIAS.
Age grouping is key in offering a fair and balanced judging platform. We avoid putting the little ones up against those who may be older and more skilled. Take a look at our “Performance Information” tab. This process eliminates unnecessary pressure on the dancers, and a more fair opportunity to gain recognition.
Our event Venues are also carefully considered and inspected to ensure a safe, comfortable, and clean environment. We know the time spent back-stage is an important part of the overall experience. Our Venues offer multiple and clean restrooms, ample space for dressing and changing, large stages with proper flooring, comfortable seating for audience attendees, and much more. Venue locations are also reviewed carefully. You’ll find special rates on quality hotels nearby, easy access to parking, and local attractions for your down time.
“We are committed to delivering a respectful, professional, and caring event while inspiring and nurturing the love of dance” – Conny Mathot
We encourage your feedback in helping us to make our events the best experience possible, for participants, teachers, family and friends.
Our online Registration system is modern, easy, and custom designed to offer our participants and their schools a simple and secure process.
Please feel free to contact us with questions, special needs, or concerns. We’re happy to help.
Founded on a passion for the art of Ballet, California Dance Classics presents and produces classical ballet and contemporary dance competitions at the highest level of integrity and inspiration.
We are committed to delivering a respectful, professional, and caring event while inspiring and nurturing the love of dance.
Our competition events create an environment where dancers can strengthen their skills, increase their confidence and display their own passion for the art.