“DREAM. DISCOVER. IGNITE THE STAGE.”
5th ANNUAL JAZZ DANCE CONFERENCE WEST 2026
MAY 23RD - MAY 24TH
CAL STATE DOMINGUEZ HILLS (UNIVERSITY THEATRE) IN CARSON, CALIFORNIA
Step into the rhythm of innovation and tradition at Jazz Dance Conference West 2026 — a premier gathering for dancers, educators, and enthusiasts passionate about jazz dance. Over two exhilarating days, immerse yourself in master classes led by renowned industry professionals, exploring diverse styles and techniques that define jazz dance today.
Each evening, experience the energy and artistry of live performances:
Saturday Night – Pre-Professional / Professional Jazz Dance Concert
Sunday Night – Professional Jazz Dance Concert & Lifetime Achievement Award Presentation
More than a conference — it’s a community, a celebration, and a chance to connect across generations of jazz dance. Don’t miss this inspiring weekend of movement, creativity, and collaboration.
You Gotta Be There!
DON’T WAIT ~ SAVE BIG!
BE PART OF THE MOST IMPORTANT & IMPACTFUL CONFERENCE FOR JAZZ DANCE
Access the entire conference weekend!
$125 EARLY BIRD SPECIAL
Jazz Technique Classes with Master Teachers
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Founders Invitational Concert
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Lifetime Achievement Award
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Professional Jazz Dance Concert
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And More!
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OUR 2026 MASTER TEACHERS
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Hama
Jazz Dance
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Jackie Sleight
Commercial Jazz Dance
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Cam Loeser
Cole Jazz Dance
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Pat Taylor
Jazz Theatre
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Janell Burgess
Baltes Jazz Dance
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Joey Doucette
Jazz Dance
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Brandon Leffler
Jazz Dance
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George Lawrence II
Jazz Dance
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Josette Wiggan
Tap/Venacular Jazz Dance
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Cindera Che
Jazz Dance
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Debra Levine
Jack Cole Biographer
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Jeff Hendrix
Jazz Dance
REGISTRATION, SUBMISSION & TICKETS
WE LOOK FORWARD TO YOUR PARTICIPATION!
JDCW 2026 (FULL WEEKEND)
Individual Registration
JDCW 2026 (FULL WEEKEND)
Group Registration
JDCW 2026 (ONE-DAY)
Saturday, May 23rd Only
Registration
JDCW 2026 (ONE-DAY)
Sunday, May 24th Only
Registration
Submission for the
Founders Invitational Concert
Founders Invitational Concert Tickets
(Saturday, May 23rd @7:30PM)
Professional
Jazz Dance Concert Tickets
(Sunday, May 25th @7:30PM)