
2025-2026 Schedule

Irise Dance Project

2025-2026 Schedule And Registration

2024-2025 Schedule and Registration

Dance Classes For All Ages

Izizwe Dance Studio’s 8th Annual Spring Showcase
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This showcase highlights the talent, creativity, and empowerment of our incredible community of young individuals.
This year’s performance will take place on June 21st at 4:00 PM at Haverhill High School. Your ticket purchase and support makes a direct impact on our youth and contributes to making our programs accessible and sustainable for the community.
Act Now! Take advantage of our pre-sale discount.

What does this mean for Izizwe and Irise?
Expanded Space
Features two dedicated studios for simultaneous classes and rehearsals.
Benefits for Artists
Increased availability for studio renters and resident artists.
Affordable and accessible studio options for dance artists.
Program Growth
Ability to expand the annual summer program.
More opportunities for in-studio performances, gatherings, and events.
Opportunities for expanded partnerships with like minded organizations
Community Focus
Designed to nurture the current community and promote collective growth.
Emphasis on empowerment and support for youth.
4 Union Street Suite 400 Lawrence MA

Izizwe Dance Studio promotes empowerment and artistic excellence for individuals and communities
Izizwe Dance Studio, under the direction of Amy Xotyeni, is a non-competitive dance studio with a mission to make the highest quality dance training accessible to young people of all backgrounds. Located in Lawrence, MA, Izizwe focuses on developing and nurturing strong dancers while preparing them for success as artists, leaders, and individuals.
We offer the necessary techniques needed for those pursuing dance in college, professionally, on Broadway, or recreationally. Classes at Izizwe Dance Studio are centered around the development of strong technique while expressing and understanding oneself clearly through movement. We want our students to feel empowered and confident through dance education and performance. We offer an array of classes for children and youth ages 2.5-18.
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African Dance
Izizwe offers drop-in African Dance classes on Tuesday's from 7:15-8:15pm! Beginning September 17th, South African dancer and drummer Mcebisi Xotyeni will teach this signature class which includes live drumming. Come sweat and be in community while experiencing the healing power of African dance! All ages and abilities welcome. $10 per class, no registration required.
Irise Dance Project
Irise Dance Project is a nonprofit organization based at Izizwe Dance Studio. Our mission is to expand access to high-quality dance education and create impactful initiatives that benefit youth and dance artists.