Dance Troupe in Austin, TX

SMSDance Troupe + Company

Troupe 2026-2027 schedule

SMSDance Troupe + Company is a performance and competition team made up of our studio’s dancers ages 8 through 18. Under the direction of Teresa Pearce, Connor Neill, and Mersadyz Elizardo, Troupe SMSDance offers dancers a platform to showcase their talents at various events year-round. Additionally, our dance troupe in Austin, TX performs their own captivating winter and spring shows, and they are featured performers in the SMSD end of year recital. Joining the troupe presents an excellent chance to be part of a team and participate in performances throughout the year!

Requirements:

  • Dance experience in ballet, tap, and jazz (completed BTJ I or higher)

  • Take a minimum of 12 hours of dance at SMSD during the summer

  • Be enrolled in weekly ballet, tap, and jazz classes during the dance year (additional optional classes in hip hop, lyrical, ballet, and pointe)

  • Attend Saturday rehearsals during the dance year

  • Total of 2.5-6 hours of dance per week (minimum) depending on team placement