Trifecta Dance Collective (TDC) is DMA's resident professional contemporary dance company. Unlike a traditional dance studio, TDC creates original performances that use dance to tell stories, explore meaningful topics, and connect with the community.

Through this unique partnership, DMA students have opportunities to learn from professional artists, participate in creative projects, and experience the collaborative process of a working dance company. It's an opportunity to see how dance can be more than performance—it can inspire conversation, build community, and create meaningful impact.

Chicago Repertory Ballet (CRB) is a professional contemporary ballet company that blends classical ballet with innovative choreography and powerful storytelling. Through original productions, CRB inspires audiences, challenges traditional ideas of ballet, and demonstrates how dance can be both technically beautiful and emotionally impactful.

As DMA's professional ballet partner, CRB provides students with opportunities to learn from working professional artists, experience the creative process of a professional ballet company, and participate in unique training and performance experiences that extend beyond the traditional dance studio.

Infinity Collective is a professional hip hop dance company dedicated to celebrating the artistry, culture, and evolution of hip hop. Through dynamic performances, creative collaboration, and authentic movement, Infinity Collective showcases the many styles of hip hop while honoring the culture and history that shaped them.

As DMA's professional hip hop partner, Infinity Collective gives students the opportunity to learn from working artists, deepen their understanding of hip hop beyond choreography, and experience the creativity, collaboration, and professionalism of the commercial and professional dance industry.

Glenbrook South Titans Poms & Resurrection College Prep Bandettes are two of the area's premier high school poms programs, known for their commitment to excellence, teamwork, and performance. Through DMA's partnerships with both programs, students gain unique opportunities to learn from experienced high school dancers, participate in collaborative performances, and better understand the expectations of high school poms.

These relationships provide valuable mentorship, real-world experiences, and a clear pathway for dancers preparing to take the next step into high school poms and beyond.

Phosphorescent Theatrical Productions is a professional theatre company dedicated to creating high-quality productions while developing the next generation of performers. Through DMA's partnership with Phosphorescent, students have opportunities to perform in semi-professional productions, learn from experienced theatre professionals, and gain real-world insight into the performing arts industry.

From stage performance and auditions to acting, vocal, and on-camera training, this partnership helps students build the skills, confidence, and experience needed to pursue opportunities in theatre, film, and television.