Ascension Dance Company

Ascension Dance Company

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Ascension Dance Company is a premier competitive dance and performance team affiliated with the Park Ridge Park District's Dance Program. Our dancers receive top-tier training in a supportive and inspiring environment. 

Why Choose Ascension?

  • Affordable Excellence: Lower costs compared to private studios. Our programs are offered at cost.
  • Expert Instruction: Learn from certified, experienced instructors with over 35 years of combined expereince.
  • Pathway to Success: Our dancers have gone on to Orchesis, Hawkettes, and collegiate dance programs.
  • Professional Facilities: Train in two state-of-the-art dance studios with top-quality floors, barres, and sound systems.
  • Positive Environment: We foster a supportive and inclusive dance community.

Take the next step in your dance journey and audition for Ascension Dance Company!

Auditions

We're looking for passionate dancers to join the Ascension Dance Company!

2025/2026 Season Auditions: 

Saturday, May 17
1:00pm-3:00pm 
At Maine Park Leisure Center, 2701 W. Sibley Street

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How to Prepare: Dancers must wear movable, dance wear suitable for auditions. Bring a water bottle to stay refreshed. 

Audition Requirements: Dancers must be prepared to learn and perform a short routine in front of a panel of company judges. 

Can't make the audition, or want additional information?

Please contact Mat at mskorupski@prparks.org to arrange an alternative audition.

Performances

Typically, Ascension performs at the following:

  • Recital Rehearsal & Recital - Mid-May
  • Parade practice & Memorial Day Parade - Late-May
  • Holiday Performance at The Summit - First or second Friday in December

Competitions

2025-2026 Competition Schedule TBD

Additional Information

For more information, please call Mat Skorupski at 847-692-3367 or by email.

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Hair and Makeup Tutorial

Hair and Makeup Tutorial

This tutorial will explain step-by-step how to create the braided bun and stage make-up that ADA's Dance Team wears while performing at competitions