Join us January 8th - 10th, 2027 for Water Street Dance Milwaukee’s 7th Annual Holiday Jam! This is an entire weekend-long event filled with master classes and performances that are sure to leave you inspired.

What is Holiday Jam?

Holiday Jam is an immersive training experience designed to challenge, inspire, and connect dancers through high-level classes, choreography, performances, and conversations with working artists. Throughout the weekend, dancers will have the opportunity to train alongside emerging and established voices in the dance industry while gaining insight into what it takes to pursue a professional career.

Your Holiday Jam Experience Includes

• 3 days of Classes

• 8 guest choreographers and artists

• 2 live performances

• Artist Q&A

• Opportunities to connect with working professional dancers and choreographers

• An inside  look at the professional dance industry

• Exposure to multiple styles and movement perspectives

What Style of Classes?

From contemporary and commercial styles to movement rooted in hip-hop and today’s evolving dance culture, Holiday Jam offers a diverse training experience designed to push dancers outside their comfort zones and expand their movement vocabulary.

More than a weekend of classes, Holiday Jam offers a chance to train, perform, connect, and deepen your understanding of the professional dance industry.

Choose your division

INTERMEDIATE | Ages 9+
For dancers ready to take their training to the next level through challenging choreography, new movement styles, and exposure to professional artists.

ADVANCED | Ages 13+
For serious dancers looking for a more intensive experience, with challenging choreography and training designed to prepare them for the demands of the professional dance world.

PRO | Ages 18+
Our most advanced division is designed for pre-professional and professional dancers seeking rigorous training, industry connection, and an opportunity to work directly with established artists and choreographers.

Placement into a division may be based on age, training level, and experience.

2027 Guest Choreographers & Artists

Nia Davis — Visceral Dance Rehearsal Assistant
Dakayla Wilson — So You Think You Can Dance Finalist
Kaliana Medlock — Visceral Dance Rehearsal Assistant
Andrew Cribbett — Former Artistic Assistant, Detroit Metropolitan Dance
Kate Alava — Water Street Dance Milwaukee Artistic Assistant
Matt Pumanes — Founder, Puzzle League

Michele Dooley — Dancer, Hubbard Street Dance Chicago
Morgan Williams - Founder, Water Street Dance Chicago