Central Indiana Academy of Dance and Ensemble

Central Indiana Academy of Dance and Ensemble Focused on developing students through high-level pre-professional instruction. Educating. Inspiring. Performing.

Home of Central Indiana Dance Ensemble:
• Member of The Ballet Alliance
• The ONLY Pre-Professional Resident Company at The Tarkington in Carmel Offering dance students an artistic and encouraging environment that nurtures all abilities while emphasizing technique, discipline and artistic education. Home of The Allied Center for The Performing Arts only pre-professional resident company, Central Indiana Dance Ensemble.

06/17/2026

Halfway through Week 2 of CIDE Summer Intensive ✨

The progress we’ve seen over the past two weeks has been incredible. From technique classes and new choreography to pas de deux for our older dancers, our students have embraced every challenge with hard work and enthusiasm.

We’re excited to share everything they’ve been working on at tomorrow evening’s showcase! 🩰

Educating ~ Inspiring ~ Performing

A look at Week 2 of CIDE Summer Intensive so far! ✨From technique classes and rehearsals to pas de deux class and new ch...
06/16/2026

A look at Week 2 of CIDE Summer Intensive so far! ✨

From technique classes and rehearsals to pas de deux class and new challenges in the studio, our dancers continue to push themselves each day while growing in confidence, artistry, and strength.

We’re so proud of their dedication and love watching them make the most of every opportunity. We can’t wait to see all they accomplish during the final days of the intensive. 🩰

Educating ~ Inspiring ~ Performing

Halfway through Week 1 of CIDE Summer Intensive, and our dancers are making every moment count. ✨This week has been fill...
06/10/2026

Halfway through Week 1 of CIDE Summer Intensive, and our dancers are making every moment count. ✨

This week has been filled with inspiring classes from guest faculty Alecia Good-Boresow and Mark-David Bloodgood, and CIDE Artistic Staff, and exciting choreography sessions with Eva Stone via Zoom! 🤩

We’re grateful for the opportunity to learn from such talented artists and can’t wait to continue growing together over the next week and a half. 🩰

Educating ~ Inspiring ~ Performing

We spent last week making waves at CIAoD’s Under the Sea Dance Camp! 🌊🐠A week full of ocean adventures, dancing, creativ...
06/10/2026

We spent last week making waves at CIAoD’s Under the Sea Dance Camp! 🌊🐠

A week full of ocean adventures, dancing, creativity, and imagination brought the magic of life beneath the waves to the studio. From dance classes and games to crafts and new friendships, our dancers dove into every moment with enthusiasm and joy.

Thank you to all of our campers for making it such a fintastic week! We loved every minute and are looking forward to welcoming more dancers to the studio for the rest of our summer camps and classes. 🐚✨

Educating ~ Inspiring ~ Performing

06/07/2026

Rich in life because THIS is our job. 🤍

Long rehearsals, costume changes, happy tears, nervous butterflies, standing in the wings, and watching students become artists right before our eyes.

Seventeen years later, and weekends like this still feel like magic 🥰

Here’s to the memories we’ve made and the generations of dancers who have called CIAoD home, and many more years of sharing the joy of dance. 🩰✨

Educating ~ Inspiring ~ Performing

🎓 Senior Spotlight 🎓Congratulations to Company and Academy dancer, Audrey Robbins!Audrey will be attending the Universit...
06/07/2026

🎓 Senior Spotlight 🎓
Congratulations to Company and Academy dancer, Audrey Robbins!

Audrey will be attending the University of Cincinnati this fall, where she will be double majoring in Ballet and Criminal Justice.

We are so proud of you, Audrey, and cannot wait to see all that you achieve as you pursue your passions both in and beyond the studio! 💙🩰✨

Educating ~ Inspiring ~ Performing

💫 What an INCREDIBLE weekend celebrating CIAod’s 17th annual showcase 💫This weekend belonged to every student who steppe...
06/07/2026

💫 What an INCREDIBLE weekend celebrating CIAod’s 17th annual showcase 💫

This weekend belonged to every student who stepped on stage, every family who supported them, every teacher who guided them, every volunteer who helped behind the scenes, and every audience member who cheered them on.

To our students: thank you for your dedication, courage, and commitment throughout the season. Watching you grow into confident artists and individuals is the greatest privilege.

To our graduating seniors: thank you for your leadership, dedication, and the countless memories you’ve created during your time at CIAoD. We are so proud of all you have accomplished and can’t wait to see where your next chapter takes you. 💙

To our parents and families: thank you for the trust you place in us and for the countless ways you support your dancers. From carpools and costume changes to encouraging words and standing ovations, you are an essential part of their journey.

To our faculty and staff: thank you for sharing your knowledge, passion, and heart with our students every day. Your impact extends far beyond the studio walls.

To our volunteers: thank you for giving your time, energy, and talents to make this production possible. So much of the magic happens because of your willingness to help wherever needed.

A special thank you to for once again helping our dancers shine on stage. Your talent and partnership bring our vision to life, and we are so grateful. ✨

As we close our 17th season, we are filled with gratitude for every person who is part of the CIAoD family. Thank you for making this year one to remember.

Here’s to 17 amazing years—and all the memories still to come. 💙🩰✨

Educating ~ Inspiring ~ Performing

06/06/2026

One more sleep until showcase day! ✨

A little glimpse behind the scenes from dress rehearsal at STAR Bank Performing Arts Center for CIAoD’s 17th Annual Student Showcase. Tomorrow, all of the hard work, growth, and memories come together on stage, and we couldn’t be more excited. 💙

See you at the theater! 🤩

Educating ~ Inspiring ~ Performing

Address

14950 Greyhound Court, Ste 4
Carmel, IN
46032

Opening Hours

Monday 3pm - 9pm
Tuesday 9:30am - 11am
3pm - 9pm
Wednesday 9:30am - 11am
3pm - 9pm
Thursday 3pm - 9pm
Friday 3:30pm - 7pm
Saturday 9am - 12pm

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+13175812423

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