Jazz Spectrum Dance Company, Lake Forest, CA (2026)

Name: Jazz Spectrum Dance Company
Address: Lake Forest, CA, US
Telephone: +3238079100

09/18/2026

💫Join us for a captivating evening at the Arizona Dance Festival as Janell Burgess Janell Burgess, the Artistic Director of Jazz Spectrum Dance Company and the founder of Spectrum Dance Center Spectrum Dance Center in Lake Forest, California, takes the stage to perform the iconic piece “Samba Pa Ti.”
This thrilling work features the amazing music of Carlos Santana, with original choreography by Christine Baltes from 1998.

🗓 When: Next Thursday, September 24, at 7:30 PM
📍 Where: Tempe Center for the Arts

This is work is a celebration of legacy in jazz dance! Don’t miss the chance to experience this incredible work alongside other talented performers.
We hope to see you there!🥰

09/07/2026

💃Jazz Master Class Recap!🕺

What an incredible weekend at the Empire Dance Festival IE Contemporary Ballet on September 4th and 5th
at the Box Theater in Riverside produced by Jamie Sach, owner of the Inland Empire Dance Center Inland Empire Dance Center!✨

JSDC Artistic Director and founder of Spectrum Dance Center Janell Burgess Janell Burgess,
led a transformative jazz masterclass that served as a warmup for the dancers at the festival.

The class was nothing short of inspiring, blending beautiful lyrical movement with strong technical jazz foundations.
Janell Burgess is a legacy master jazz dance educator, who always leaves her students feeling inspired with her heartfelt teachings ❤️

Her dedication to fostering culture and connection through movement shines through in every class.

Check out some video clips capturing the beautiful artistry of the dancers who took part in the class!🌟

Let’s keep the inspiration flowing and continue to dance from the heart!🫶

07/29/2026

🎉✨ Jazz Spectrum Dance Company
had an incredible time at the Southern California Dance & Choreography Festival SoCal Dance & Choreo Festival
on Saturday, July 25!
Our company member Cara Laughlin Cara Laughlin performed “Breeze,” a lively jazz piece choreographed by our founder, Christine Baltes, to original music by New York composer Andy Monroe, brought joy and smiles to our audience - just as we hoped!😊🌟💃

Our home studio, Spectrum Dance Center’s Spectrum Dance Center Jazz Dance Ensamble
also had the honor of performing an original Baltes work reimagined by Artistic Director Janell Burgess Janell Burgess “8 Plus 2” showcasing the creativity and energy that our dancers bring to the stage.
We are so proud to represent Jazz dance
in such a vibrant and inspiring community!

A heartfelt thank you to everyone who joined us
and supported the arts!
Your enthusiasm fuels our passion for dance ❤️

07/22/2026

Join us this Saturday, July 25th, 2026
at the Lakewood High School Theatre
for the SoCal Dance & Choreography Festival! SoCal Dance & Choreo Festival 🎭 ✨🕺
Jazz Spectrum Dance Company will perform alongside a host of other talented dancers & choreographers throughout SoCal!
The highlight of our performance will be JSDC company member Cara Laughlin Cara Laughlin presenting her solo piece, “Breeze,” originally created by Christine Baltes and Janell Burgess Janell Burgess with a fun lighthearted piece of music by composer & accompanist, Andy Monroe. This classy jazz piece aims to uplift & bring the joy of dance to all audiences!🎶

We look forward to welcoming you for an evening
of artistic expression and celebration
at the SoCal Dance & Choreography Festival
this Saturday night!💃

🎟️Tickets on sale now!
https://www.simpletix.com/e/socal-dance-choreography-festival-2026-tickets-276511

📸Sofia Lareau // photographer

04/30/2026

💃🌎💫Happy International Dance Day from Jazz Spectrum Dance Company!🌎💃💫
Based at Spectrum Dance Center in Lake Forest, California, Jazz Spectrum Dance Company (JSDC) proudly acknowledges this special day by celebrating
our versatile and strong work that beautifully represents international dance through a fusion of music, strength, and various jazz styles.
Founded by the legendary jazz innovator, Christine Baltes, our company continues to push the boundaries of creativity and expression.
As we look ahead to our 2026 season, we are thrilled to showcase the incredible talents of our members: Kiara Kinghorn , Cara Laughlin , Ismael Murillo (Rehearsal Director) , Estelle Verdugo , and our visionary Artistic Director, Janell Burgess .
Together, we embody the spirit of international dance, inspiring audiences everywhere with our unique performances.
Join us in celebrating the joy of movement and the artistry that connects us all!
Keep dancing and spreading the love for this beautiful art form!❤️‍🔥

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Lake Forest, CA

Telephone

+3238079100

Website

http://www.jazzspectrumdancecompany.org/

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