Pittsfield Guide

Founded originally by Russell Markert in St. Louis, MO, in 1925, The Missouri Rockets made the move to New York City under the supervision of Samuel Roxy Rothafel to be the featured dance troupe at the Roxy Theater. They were renamed the Roxyettes for their tenure there, and when Rothafel left to open the Radio City Music Hall in 1932, the newly-renamed Rockettes followed suit, and they have been there ever since. ... more »

Founded originally by Russell Markert in St. Louis, MO, in 1925, The Missouri Rockets made the move to New York City under the supervision of Samuel Roxy Rothafel to be the featured dance troupe at the Roxy Theater. They were renamed the Roxyettes for their tenure there, and when Rothafel left to open the Radio City Music Hall in 1932, the newly-renamed Rockettes followed suit, and they have been there ever since. The annual Radio City Christmas Spectacular starring the Rockettes just celebrated its 76th anniversary, with the dancers putting on five shows a day, seven days a week over the holiday season.

The Radio City Rockettes believe that it is important to educate young aspiring dancers about the skills and talents necessary to pursue a career in dance, as well as encourage them to pursue their dreams. Therefore, they are proud to present innovative dance education programs. The Rockette Experience and The Rockette Summer Intensive offer dancers the opportunity to train with current day Rockettes and study their unique precision dance technique. Since its inception, 26 students of the Rockette Dance Education program have become Rockettes.

For anyone who’s ever dreamed of dancing with the Radio City Rockettes, The Rockette Experience may bring that dream a bit closer to reality. MSG Entertainment is proud to offer aspiring dancers the opportunity to study up close and personal the world famous Rockette precision dance technique.

Take a 3-hour workshop taught by a Radio City Rockette and learn choreography from the Rockette repertoire, including the world-famous Rockette kick line. Additionally, go through a “mock audition” plus have a Q&A session and photo op with the Rockette teacher, and take the Stage Door Tour. The entire program allows hopeful dancers to get a glimpse into the life of a Rockette and gain a sense of the excitement, challenges and joys that come along with being part of the world’s most famous precision dance company.

Requirements: Open to dancers ages 10 (and up) with training in jazz, tap, and ballet.

Cost:
$108 - Students (includes Rockette dance class, Stage Door Tour and FREE T-shirt)
$28.95 - chaperones/guests (includes Stage Door Tour) « hide