The Hollywood Summer Tour Celebrates 20 Years!
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The Hollywood Summer Tour Celebrates 20 Years!
In 2026, Hollywood Summer Tour proudly celebrates its 20th anniversary. The program was originally created to help Canadian dancers break into the commercial dance industry in Los Angeles. Over the years, it has expanded to welcome dancers from around the world, becoming a one of a kind experience that blends elite training, industry access, and unforgettable Hollywood opportunities.
For two decades, Hollywood Summer Tour has been more than just a summer dance program. It has served as a first introduction to the Los Angeles dance scene for countless young dancers, many of whom have gone on to build professional careers of their own. The program is designed for serious, advanced dancers ages 8 to adult who want real exposure to the commercial dance world through classes, mentorship, performance opportunities, and career education.
What makes Hollywood Summer Tour unique
• Dance classes at top Los Angeles studios including Playground LA, Millennium, Movement Lifestyle, T Milly, Eighty Eight Studios, and Mihran K Studios
• Private industry seminars and career education
• Agency showcases with top talent agencies including MSA, GTA, Bloc, and CTG
• Professional photo shoots
• Demo reel shoots
• Music video shoots
• Sightseeing and memorable LA experiences including Disneyland, Hollywood & Highland, the Hollywood Sign, Santa Monica Beach, and Beverly Hills
It is a mix of dance education, Hollywood glam, and vacation all wrapped into one unforgettable experience.
Guest Teachers Over the Years
Stacey Tookey, Brian Friedman, Christopher Scott, Ian Eastwood,
Matt Steff anina, Liz Imperio, Carmit Bachar, Vincent Paterson,
Tara-Jean Popowich, Fik-Shun, Shelby Rabara, Flo Master, Kanec,
Michelle “Jersey” Maniscalco
Notable Hollywood Summer Tour Alumni
TEYA WILD
The Voice, Zoey’s Extraordinary Playlist, Riverdale, Descendants
JADA SPECHT
Jason Derulo tour, Teyana Taylor, Nelly, Busta Rhymes
AUSTIN LEE
Winner of Star Search with Movement 55, So You Think You Can Dance, World of Dance, Disney’s Fam Jam, Macy’s Thanksgiving Day Parade
FABIANE LEAME
Sean Paul, Ste on Don, Jax Jones, Lady Leshurr, Adidas, Wicked
JESSICA “JESSA” DOLL
Maluma World Tour, Ariana Grande, Jennifer Lopez, Riverdale, Chilling Adventures of Sabrina
Hollywood Summer Tour has also produced music videos every summer, shooting in prestigious locations such as Universal Studios Hollywood and Paramount Studios, and collaborating with notable influencers and recording artists including Enola Bedard, Kylie Cantrall, Dani Cohn, Frankie J and Lexee Smith.
“Twenty years ago, at the height of my dance career, I created Hollywood Summer Tour as a way to help dancers get their first real introduction to the Los Angeles dance world,” says Menina Fortunato. “I am so incredibly proud of the dancers we have impacted over the years and the amazing careers so many of them have gone on to build.” ~ Menina Fortunato – Founder/Director
Now accepting applications for its 20th anniversary, Hollywood Summer Tour continues to be an extraordinary opportunity for dancers who are serious about training, exposure, and learning what it really takes to pursue a professional dance career.
Visit www.dancehst.com to apply.
