BRATTLEBORO — Early registration for the Southern Vermont Dance Festival, scheduled for July 19 to 22, is now open.
Early registration allows everyone to get the classes that they want before they sell out. Advance tickets for all the performances are on sale, including the Midsummer Night's Picnic and Promenade, which will take place at the Retreat Farm nature trail.
Southern Vermont Dance Festival was designed as a long-term economic driver for the community as a response to Tropical Storm Irene. The festival returns for a sixth season with dance classes, community events, and performances.
Festival attendees are invited to attend dance performances each evening as well as a choice of many different classes each day. There are community events with live music and dance performances throughout the four days.
There are also advance-ticket prices and group discounts, as well as opportunities to volunteer and sponsor the festival. Volunteers will be able to take classes and see performances. In addition, internships are available for people of all ages.