Patel Conservatory presents On The Edge: DIVOS

TAMPA, FL — "On The Edge: DIVOS" will be performed at the Straz Center by award-winning dancers from the Patel Conservatory Popular Dance Program and artists from Next Generation Ballet (NGB) on Saturday, March 25 at 7 p.m. in Ferguson Hall.

These young performers will dance to music from the greatest male pop stars of all time. "On The Edge: DIVOS" will offer something from the contemporary dance world for everyone.

Directed by NGB Artistic Director Philip Neal, "On The Edge: DIVOS" showcases a variety of works from Lead Choreographer Kelly King, fusing high-energy precision with the fluidity of contemporary dance. Neal danced for New York City Ballet, and King is a former Rockette.

The Patel Conservatory dance department, directed by Neal, consists of four entities that offer instruction for both pre-professional training and enrichment for students from age 3 through adult.

A stepping stone for great dance talent, the Next Generation Ballet is a pre-professional auditioned dance company that prepares serious young dancers for professional employment through instruction, coaching and performance opportunities and is the resident ballet company of the Straz Center.

Click here for more information on the dance program.