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Hollywood Dance Invitational
“A Star-Studded Dance Experience”

Join us for the 2018 Hollywood Dance Invitational!
December 27-30, 2018

KAR is excited to present a NEW invite-only event for dancers who would like to explore the endless career opportunities on the West Coast. The Hollywood Dance Invitational will provide dancers the opportunity to take master classes and immerse into the commercial dance, film, and television industry in Los Angeles. The event will take place in December of 2018 and will be an exciting and innovative way for dancers to connect with and learn from some of the most renowned professionals in the industry.

Our master teachers and choreographers are carefully selected based on their ability to work with dancers of all ages and dance experience. Their expertise will raise each dancer's overall onstage performance and allow for a continued development throughout their dance training.

Discover the magical world of performance opportunities with Disney. Experience an audition like no other – The group will learn and rehearse choreography from a live Disney production. A choreographer and Disney performer will provide valuable advice on how to land jobs as professional dancers.

Visit Universal Studios Hollywood - go behind the scenes at the world's largest movie studio and Theme Park. You will be immersed into the past, present and future of Universal's Backlot.

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TestimonialsTESTIMONIALS

  • Tracy (Tucson, AZ)

    "An overall great experience - Professionalism, learning about possible opportunities as a dancer, workshops, music video, photo shoot!"

  • Susan (Wayne, NJ)

    "I thought this was one of the best dance experiences the girls encountered.  My husband and I really liked listening to Liz, Jackie and Brandon. Great to learn about the industry. Thank you so much!"

  • Michael (Wayne, NJ)

    "Loved the experience for my girls to see that dance can bring you to places beyond the studio walls.  It gave them an insight into the business of dance as a career while also keeping it fun.  Overall it was awesome. Liz Imperio’s parent class was awesome. Being able to share the common hurdles and triumphs that the kids experience as dedicated dancers was amazing, especially the psychological angle.  She has really tapped into something that has yet to be provided in the dance community."

  • Amy (Chino, CA)

    "Keep doing what you’re doing because this was the best week of my year!!!"

  • Sara (Ottumwa, IA)

    "My daughter learned a lot and she had a wonderful experience.  I really enjoyed the parent workshops.  The speakers really taught me about my child and the dance business.  Liz and Jackie were wonderful! I could of spent more time talking to them."

  • Renee (Greenville, TX)

    "This was a WONDERFUL event!!!! I loved how KAR had outside competition owners to share their knowledge- it showed that KAR really cares about the dancers and knows their success has nothing to do with others success. I love that!

    The parent classes are very informative- I really like the part where it's encouraged to praise other dancers. (encouraging other dancers is a positive reinforcement that we should all encourage studios/parents/dancers to show that sort of support towards dancers from not only our own studio, but from the other studios) Thank you for selecting my child to be a part of the HDI experience! We feel blessed!

    The only thing else I would say to future attendees is to suggest that they plan to stay an extra day to explore the LA sites before they head back to their home."

  • Nicole (Melbourne, Australia)

    "HDI was amazing! Not just for the dancers, but also for the parents. It was so informative learning about the Hollywood dance lifestyle that all Australian children dream about. We would not have been able to experience this in Australia. The HDI staff were exceptional, we felt like VIP’s from the moment we arrived. From every little detail, everything was taken care of. From workshops with Industry professionals, attaining first-hand information as to what they look for, to workshops with those who have had the success that most kids strive to achieve, telling us how they did it. Exposure to music video shoots and photo shoots. It was an experience that most dream of. Not only did we gain knowledge and experience but we also left with an extended family from all across the world. We look forward to attending HDI 2018 and partying with our HDI/KAR family."

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"A Star-Studded Dance Experience"

December 27
Arrival to Los Angeles, CA

  • 9:30am - 11:30am Arrive in Los Angeles!

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  • 11:30am - 1pm Check-in to the Hilton Los Angeles / Universal City

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  • Master Class and Introduction to "Show Business" Workshop
  • 1pm - 2pm Welcome Dinner and Reception

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  • 2pm - 3:30pm Free Time - Independent sight-seeing at Universal CityWalk.

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December 28
Millennium Dance Workshops & Photo Shoot

  • 11:30am - 1pm Master Class Workshops at Millennium

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  • 1pm - 2pm Group Luncheon

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  • 9:30am - 11:30am Music Video with industry professionals featured in the KAR/Rainbow Merchandise campaign

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December 29
Disney Audition Workshop and Universal Studios

  • 9:30am - 11:30am Disney Dance Audition Workshop

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  • Universal VIP Backlot Tour - behind the scenes tour to closed sets, working sound stages, and the incredible prop warehouse
  • 11:30am - 1pm Free Time – Explore Universal Studios Hollywood

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December 30
Departure Day

  • 9:30am - 11:30am Farewell Breakfast

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  • 11:30am - 1pm Departure day is free for independent shopping and sightseeing

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  • Cruise Ship Dance Audition Workshop
  • 1pm - 2pm Hotel check out by 12 noon

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HDI Dancer

Chaperones and Family
$1,575
Double Room
$1,375
Double Room
$1,425
Triple Room
$1,225
Triple Room
$1,350
Quad Room
$1,175
Quad Room
  • 4 days/3 night accommodations at the Hilton Los Angeles / Universal City
  • Welcome Dinner and Reception
  • Motivating Guest Speakers
  • 1 Group Luncheon
  • Inspiring Master Class Workshops
  • One on one class instruction at Millennium Dance Complex
  • Exclusive meeting and Q&A with a leading Los Angeles Dance Agent
  • Disney audition workshop
  • Cruise Ship audition workshop
  • 1 day park admission ticket to Universal Studios Hollywood, includes VIP backlot tour
  • Farewell Breakfast
  • All Hollywood Dance Invitational apparel
  • Professional Event Staff

HDI will be visiting Universal Hollywood! – Universal is located walking distance from the host hotel.

Each registered dancer will receive 1 ticket to Universal Studios - VIP Experience.

The VIP Experience will include:

Exclusive Backlot Access – You Never Know Who You Might See!

  • Tour the movie industry’s busiest movie sets in a special trolley and explore locations closed to the general public
  • Your expert VIP guide will immerse you in the past, present and future of Universal’s Backlot – hear inside stories about the making of famous movies and TV shows

Exclusive Theme Park Benefits for a Completely Hassle-Free Day

  • Unlimited Front of Line access to all rides and attractions as your VIP Guide escorts you to the best seats at our breathtaking shows
  • Begin your day in our exclusive VIP Lounge with refreshments
  • Savor a gourmet lunch in our private VIP dining room, prepared by Universal’s very own executive chef

Parents and additional guests can purchase the following ticket options:

VIP Experience $399 per guest (Price subject to change - limited availability)

General Admission Ticket w/ 1 Time Front of the Line Pass - Price is $250 for ages 3 and above (price subject to change)

General Admission Ticket - Price is $112 for ages 11 and above, $108 for ages 3-11 (price subject to change)

* Flight costs are not not included.

Register to attend the 2018 Hollywood Dance Invitational

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