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“Michael Nickerson-Rossi brings the art and beauty of dance to the desert”

        - Desert Magazine

Michael Nickerson-Rossi

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2025/26 SEASON   CHISELED TO ESSENCE

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25/26 SEASON

 

Nickerson-Rossi Dance launches its 13th season, Chiseled to Essence, marking a pivotal moment of focus and refinement in its mission to advance contemporary dance through performance, education, and community engagement.

 

This season introduces a more intentional approach to artistic partnerships, celebrates the return of Michael Nickerson-Rossi’s acclaimed work DNA, and features residencies in Orlando, Northern California, Oregon, Philadelphia, and Las Vegas.

 

Continuing collaborations with Sunnylands and the Palm Springs Art Museum, as well as a new partnership with the American College Dance Association, expand the company’s reach.

 

Guest choreographer Lori Bryhni joins the season, adding a fresh creative perspective to a year rooted in artistic excellence and meaningful impact.

Season Schedule (Coming Soon)
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BE THE LAUNCHPAD

 

Support Nickerson-Rossi Dance Company’s “Season of Attainment,” and open the door to exclusive opportunities such as "behind-the-curtain" rehearsals and socials, converse directly with the artists, directors, and board that complete the Nickerson-Rossi Dance Company, and engage with Michael Nickerson-Rossi’s creative process as you learn the history of the dance company, their current initiatives, and future goals.

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PRE-PROFESSIONAL PROGRAM

Train with the Nickerson-Rossi Dance Company

Nickerson-Rossi Dance’s Pre-Professional Program is a rigorous and inspiring training track designed for dedicated dancers who are serious about pursuing collegiate or professional careers in dance. Offered across three levels—intermediate to advanced—the program provides structured, high-caliber training, professional mentorship, and multiple performance opportunities. With two customizable tracks, students can choose between a Training Track for foundational growth or a Performance Track for deeper immersion and stage experience alongside the Nickerson-Rossi Dance Company.

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DANCE CLASSES

at the Academy of Nickerson-Rossi Dance

Dance classes are also available at the academy for K - 12th grade students in styles of Ballet, Jazz, and Hip-Hop from introductory to intermediate levels.

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Session 1

August 25th - December 13th, 2025

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Enrollment open now!

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Want to join our education team?

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Michael Nickerson-Rossi
Founder/ Artistic Director

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Chad Allen Ortiz

Executive Director

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611 South Palm Canyon Dr. Unit #10-12,

Palm Springs, CA 92264  

760.992.6075

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45145 San Luis Rey Ave

Palm Desert, CA 92260

760.895.8320​

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