The Vail International Dance Festival is proud to once again present a variety of "off-stage" events in conjunction with the 2011 Festival, including free performances, community events, unique educational opportunities, master classes, discussions and more.

Please check back often, as details including dates, times, registration information and more will be posted as soon as they are confirmed. In the meantime, please learn more about these wonderful community programs by following the links below.

2011 OFF-STAGE EVENTS

Photo (C) Zach Mahone

Michael Trusnovec
Paul Taylor Dance Company
2010 Master Class
Photo (C) Zach Mahone

MASTER CLASSES
Master classes of various genres will be offered by some of the world's greatest artists throughout the two-week festival. The 2011 Master Class offerings will include classes focusing on Tap, Tango, Ballet, Modern and Contemporary Dance.

MASTER CLASS INFORMATION 

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VILLAGE VIGNETTES
Buckets & Tap Shoes for two sneak-peak performances as part of the Vail International Dance Festival’s Village Vignette series.  This is a free and unique way to experience Buckets & Tap Shoes off-stage in addition to their free Bud Light Hot Summer Nights of Dance performance at the Gerald R. Ford Amphitheater during the 2011 Vail International Dance Festival.

VILLAGE VIGNETTES INFORMATION

BEGINNER TANGO CLASS
Come to the Gala Tent at the Betty Ford Alpine Gardens on Saturday, August 6 @ 12:30 - 1:30pm to learn how to tango with Tango Colorado. This lesson is free and open to the public - all levels are welcome!