Contemporary Dance Master Class with Ella Thowe in Lenexa
with Ella Thowe
A one-hour contemporary dance master class with Ella Thowe in Lenexa, Kansas, on Sunday, November 29, 2026, 6:45–7:45 PM Central. Ages 13–18; Catalyst dancers 10+ welcome. $20 public / $15 verified company dancers.

Date
Sunday, November 29, 2026
Time
6:45–7:45 PM · Central Time
Age Group
Ages 13–18; Catalyst dancers ages 10+ may also attend
Dress Code
Comfortable dancewear you can move in
About This Event
Join Ella Thowe for a contemporary dance master class at Catalyst Dance Company in Lenexa, Kansas, on Sunday, November 29, 2026, from 6:45–7:45 PM Central. This one-hour guest class is open to dancers ages 13–18; Catalyst dancers ages 10 and older may also attend.
Explore contemporary choreography with attention to musicality, movement quality and expression. Ella is a Kansas City native and LA-based professional choreographer. Her return brings another opportunity to train with a visiting guest artist during Thanksgiving weekend.
Dancers from any studio are welcome. The class is held in Lenexa and welcomes dancers from across the Kansas City metro, including Overland Park, Olathe and Shawnee.
Studio location: Catalyst Dance Company, 12940 W 87th St Pkwy, Lenexa, KS 66215.
Public registration is $20 per dancer. Current Catalyst company dancers receive the verified $15 company rate when the family email and dancer’s name match the roster. Dancers who also meet the K-pop class’s ages 8–13 requirement can take both classes: K-pop from 5:30–6:30 PM, followed by contemporary from 6:45–7:45 PM. Both classes cost $40 public or $30 for verified company dancers.
Space is limited to 25 dancers. Wear comfortable dancewear you can move in and bring a water bottle. This is a one-time contemporary master class, separate from weekly tuition.
What Dancers Will Learn
- Contemporary choreography
- Musicality and movement quality
- Expression and performance
Instructor

Ella Thowe
Ella Thowe is a KC native turned LA-based professional choreographer who has worked with major artists in the K-pop industry.
@ella.thoweWhat to Bring
- Water bottle
- Comfortable dancewear
Class Questions & Answers
Who can attend the contemporary master class?
The contemporary class is for ages 13–18. Catalyst dancers ages 10 and older may also attend. Dancers ages 13–18 from other studios are welcome.
When is Ella Thowe’s contemporary class?
Sunday, November 29, 2026, from 6:45–7:45 PM Central Time at Catalyst Dance Company in Lenexa.
Where are Ella Thowe’s master classes held?
Both classes take place at Catalyst Dance Company, 12940 W 87th St Pkwy, Lenexa, KS 66215. Dancers from across the Kansas City metro, including Overland Park, Olathe and Shawnee, are welcome.
How much does each master class cost?
Public registration is $20 per dancer per class. Current Catalyst company dancers pay $15 per class after the family email and dancer’s name are verified against the company roster. A dancer eligible for both classes pays $40 public or $30 company.
Can my dancer take both classes?
Yes, when your dancer meets the age requirements for each class. K-pop is for ages 8–13. Contemporary is for ages 13–18, with Catalyst dancers ages 10 and older also welcome. Register the same dancer for both through the event cart.
Is this a weekly class or a one-time event?
These are one-time guest master classes on Sunday, November 29, 2026, during Thanksgiving weekend. Each class is one hour long.
What should my dancer bring?
Bring a water bottle and wear comfortable dancewear you can move in.
Make it a two-class evening
Choose both classes when your dancer meets each class’s age requirements. Public registration is $40.00 total; verified company dancers pay $30.00 total.
K-Pop Master Class with Ella Thowe in LenexaExplore more dance events and master classes in Lenexa or contact Catalyst Dance Company.
⚡ Space is limited
Reserve Your Spot
Public registration fee: $20.00 · Company dancers: $15.00 — your verified total appears in the form.
