Groundworks Dance Co

Groundworks Dance Co. in Richardson is a training ground for dancers ages 10 to 19, led by director Giovanni Allen, who trained at the Alvin Ailey American Dance Theater and American Ballet Theatre. Faculty with professional performing credits teach level-based ballet, jazz, contemporary, modern, and hip hop in small classes, and the performing company trains 16 to 20 hours a week and competes at conventions each season.