a dancer's home is on the stage
ABOUT US
The Dance Summit is a non-competitive performance festival for aspiring dancers ages 8+, held at and sponsored by Point Park University. We are excited to provide young dancers an opportunity to shine on stage!
MISSION
The mission of The Dance Summit is to cultivate a thriving, nurturing community where aspiring dancers can explore, create, and shine on stage. We are dedicated to providing a supportive environment that fosters artistic growth, encourages collaboration, and celebrates diversity. Through our commitment to excellence and inclusivity, we aim to connect artists through performance where all can develop and express their passion.
VISION
We envision a vibrant dance community where aspiring dancers feel empowered to reach their fullest potential. By creating an supportive environment, we aim to be a leading catalyst for artistic expression in the region. Our goal is to build a future where collaboration and inclusivity drive creativity, and where the transformative power of dance enriches lives and connects people from all backgrounds.
dance with us
Upcoming events
Sunday, November 10, 2024
Point Park University
201 Wood Street
Pittsburgh, PA 15222
Registration deadline: Friday, September 13, 2024
countdown to the summit
the team
robert mckee
Robert Mckee attended Point Park University and is a former company member of Giordano Jazz Dance Chicago. He has been a guest dancer and choreographer most recently with Chicago Dance Crash, Cerqua Rivera, and other Independent projects. Robert began an interest in teaching and choreography at a very young age. Influenced by percussive rhythms and dynamic shapes, he finds himself always inspired to create.
Robert has been on faculty at the Dance Center of Columbia College Chicago, a teacher for Chicago National Association of Dance Masters, and teaches throughout the Chicagoland area. He has worked with Rockford Dance Company, The Giordano Project, Giordano Juniors, McDonald Dance Academy, Barrington High School, Northshore School of Dance Performing Ensemble, the Giordano on Giordano choreography showcase, Riverside Brookfield High School, Northern Illinois University and Framework Dance Chicago.
Robert has been on faculty at the Dance Center of Columbia College Chicago, a teacher for Chicago National Association of Dance Masters, and teaches throughout the Chicagoland area. He has worked with Rockford Dance Company, The Giordano Project, Giordano Juniors, McDonald Dance Academy, Barrington High School, Northshore School of Dance Performing Ensemble, the Giordano on Giordano choreography showcase, Riverside Brookfield High School, Northern Illinois University and Framework Dance Chicago.
kate vandivier
Kate is a professional dancer, teacher, and arts administrator. She was the Teaching Qualifications Coordinator for the British Ballet Organization in London; and is currently the Dance Department Administrator at Point Park University.
Her teaching credits include Monarch Studios (London), Joffrey Academy (Chicago), Dance Masters of Pennsylvania, Director of the North Shore Repertory Dance Ensemble (Chicago), and, currently, Point Park University. She received her Bachelor of Arts in Dance from Point Park University, her Diploma in Dance Teaching from the British Ballet Organization, and is a certified Acrobatic Arts Instructor. Kate's performing credits include Chicago Repertory Ballet, where she also served as the company's Administrative Director, Giordano Dance Chicago II, Piel Morena Contemporary Dance, Thodos Dance Chicago, and the City of Chicago’s Dance in the Parks.
Her teaching credits include Monarch Studios (London), Joffrey Academy (Chicago), Dance Masters of Pennsylvania, Director of the North Shore Repertory Dance Ensemble (Chicago), and, currently, Point Park University. She received her Bachelor of Arts in Dance from Point Park University, her Diploma in Dance Teaching from the British Ballet Organization, and is a certified Acrobatic Arts Instructor. Kate's performing credits include Chicago Repertory Ballet, where she also served as the company's Administrative Director, Giordano Dance Chicago II, Piel Morena Contemporary Dance, Thodos Dance Chicago, and the City of Chicago’s Dance in the Parks.