The Dance Company-Tennessee Children's Dance Ensemble

Mission Statement

To serve Knoxville and TN as goodwill ambassadors,presenting professional modern dance of the highest caliber, using young dancers who are 8-18 years of age.

To be positive role models for children and teachers.

To assist in recruiting efforts of local and state tourism agencies and chambers of commerce.

To provide performances for educators and family audiences that raise the expectation of excellence in dance as it applies to children.

To empower young people to make meaningful decisions by teaching them problem solving skills that build leadership.

To assure that every child, regardless of ability to pay, is able to participate in Ensemble activities and attend Ensemble performances