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Ages 14 to 18

LoMastro Conservatory Program (LCP)

LoMastro Conservatory Program (LCP) is available to dancers ages 14-18 who are seeking a successful balance between academics, athletics, clubs, and dance.

  • Ages 14-18

    High school dancers

  • Sep 14, 2026 - May 29, 2027

    Season

  • Mon-Thu + Sat classes

    Weekly technique

  • Solos, duets and trios

    Performance

The program

LCP is for High School dancers who wish to...

  • be part of a group of like-minded dancers.

  • have the option to perform solos, duets, and trios

  • have the option to attend workshops and master classes

  • have the option to attend professional photo shoots

  • continue training in a studio environment that understands High School demands.

Weekly timetable

LCP Schedule: Sep 14, 2026 - May 29, 2027

The LCP weekly technique classes are exclusive to those in the Conservatory Program and focus on technique, artistry, improvisation and composition.

LCP Dancers are able to build their own program to suit their goals.

LoMastro Conservatory Program (LCP)
  • Ballet / Pointe
  • Jazz
  • Contemporary
  • Tap
  • Acro
  • Dance Team / Strength
  • Run-through / Rehearsal

Monday

  • 7:00-7:45 PMTap 7/8 (Tap)
  • 7:45-8:45 PMLCP Contemporary (Contemporary)
  • 8:45-9:30 PMLCP Class Solo/Duet Run-through (Run-through / Rehearsal)

Two pathways

Programs

Option 1: Classes + Solo/Duet/Trio

This option is for dancers wishing to perform or compete a solo, duet, or trio.

Required Class: LCP Solo/Duet/Trio Run-Through (Mondays, 8:45–9:30 PM): Dancers begin with an artistic development exercise, followed by supervised run-throughs of their solo, duet, or trio pieces. This class also includes the Student Choreography Project, which will be taught on designated dates and rehearsed during LCP Run-Through from April–May. The piece will be performed in the recital.

Enrollment Requirements by Style:

Ballet Variation
Minimum: 2 ballet classes per week. Preferred: 3 ballet classes per week. Dance Strong is also highly recommended
Jazz Solo/Duet/Trio
Required: Enroll in LCP Jazz
Contemporary Solo/Duet/Trio
Enroll in LCP Contemporary
Musical Theatre or Tap Solo/Duet/Trio
Required: Enroll in a class in the corresponding style
A LoMastro Conservatory Program dancer

Option 2: Classes Only

This option is for students who only wish to take classes without performing a solo, duet, or trio.

There are no co-enrollment requirements for LCP classes in any genre.

A LoMastro Conservatory dancer en pointe

Ballet Notes

Ballet Notes: LCP students not on pointe may choose to take one ballet class per week. Enrollment in LCP Ballet or Ballet 8 includes 30 minutes of pointe work. Students on pointe are required to take the full Ballet/Pointe class twice per week. Those who are not on Pointe will be dismissed for the last 30 minutes of class.

LCP dancers are invited to participate in optional workshops to make connections with professional artists and companies.

Tuition for classes is charged based on the number of classes per week and is the same rate as all other LoMastro dance classes. Class tuition is payable in 2 installments, the first upon registration and the 2nd on January 15. Solo/Duet/Trio fees are additional, learn more.

Dancers who want to perform group routines should audition for our Dance Company in addition to LCP.

On stage

Recital 2027

Recital participation is highly encouraged, but not required. Those who wish to opt out must notify the office prior to Nov 1 to avoid being charged for costume fees.

All LCP classes will perform in the Recital. Those who opt out of Recital will learn the choreography in a removable spot. Learning and rehearsing choreography is valuable whether or not the dancer performs on stage. A non-recital LCP Ballet class will continue to be held for those not in the recital.

On-stage rehearsals and recital: June 3-6, 2027.

LoMastro Conservatory dancers in copper costumes performing a contemporary group piece on stage
LoMastro Conservatory Program (LCP)

Enrollment

Join Us

  1. 1

    Current LoMastro students are pre-approved to enroll.

  2. 2

    After enrolling submit a solo/duet/trio request form.

  3. 3

    New to LoMastro? Call 847-615-5400 or email hello@lomastro.com to schedule a placement evaluation.

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Optional

2026-27 LCP Opportunities

The following is an outline of some of what is planned. All are optional and in the Chicago area unless noted otherwise.

Dates are subject to change.

A LoMastro Conservatory Program dancer
  1. Solo / Duet / Trio Choreography

    Open to all LCP

    Scheduled between June - August

  2. Summer Photo Shoot

    Completed

    Open to all LCP

    July 25, 2026

  3. Professional Headshot & Action Photo Shoot

    Completed

    Open to all LCP

    October 17, 2026

    • Between 9 AM to 4 PM
  4. Holiday Party

    All dancers + parents

    December 15, 2026

    • 5:00-6:30 PM
    • LPAA
  5. Day of Dance Retreat/Intensive

    Open to all LCP

    January 10, 2027

    • LPAA
    • Full day of mentoring, inspiration, motivation and education. See confirmations sent via email in January.
  6. TWENTY - 20th Season Celebration

    Open to all

    January 29, 2027

    • 6:00 PM
    • Marriott Lincolnshire
    • A night of dinner, dancing, and giving back. Dancers and parents together. Dress to celebrate. Details and tickets to come.
  7. Virtuosity Dance Festival

    Open to Solo/Duet/Trio and Company

    February 6-7, 2027

    • John & Nancy Hughes Theater @ Gorton
    • Adjudication Showcases. Event confirmations sent via email 2 weeks in advance.
  8. LA Dance Magic Convention

    Open to all LCP

    February 19-21, 2027

    • Westin Hotel, Rosemont, IL
    • Optional Solo/Duet/Trio Comp. Times TBA 1 week in advance.
  9. Shine Your Light Dance Competition

    Open to Solo/Duet/Trio and LCP groups

    March 12-13, 2027

    • Regina Dominican HS, Wilmette, IL
    • Group competition most likely Sat only; solo/duet/trio on Fri. Times TBA 1 week in advance (schedule known 1-2 weeks ahead).
  10. Ballet Variations (aka Solos) Competition

    Optional for Ballet Variations

    April 16-18, 2027

    • UBC Studebaker Theater, Chicago, IL
    • Times TBA 1 week in advance.
  11. Energy Dance Competition

    Open to all LCP

    April 23-25, 2027

    • Donald E. Stephens Convention Center, Rosemont, IL
    • Could be 1, 2, or 3 days. Times TBA 1 week in advance.
  12. Early Childhood Recitals

    Open to Solo/Duet/Trio and LCP groups

    May 8, 2027

    • John & Nancy Hughes Theater @ Gorton
    • Between 8:30 AM-2 PM
  13. 2027-28 Dance Company Auditions

    Junior-Senior Divisions

    May 10-15, 2027

    • LPAA
    • Times TBA
  14. Legacy Dance Competition

    Open to Solo/Duet/Trio and LCP groups

    May 21-23, 2027

    • Trinity HS Auditorium, River Forest, IL
    • Could be 1-4 days. Times TBA 1 week in advance.
  15. LoMastro Recital: On-Stage Rehearsals and Recital

    LCP classes, LCP Student Choreography & select Solo/Duet/Trios

    June 3-6, 2027

    • Confirmations emailed during Spring Break.
  16. 3-Week Dance Intensive

    Required to be eligible for 2027-28 Solo/Duet/Trio

    July 6-24, 2027

Ready to enroll?

Questions? Call 847-615-5400, text 847-232-4072 or email hello@lomastro.com.

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