DanceOne Partners with Julianne and Derek Hough to Launch Premier Global Ballroom Dance Convention and Competition Tour
June 28 2024 - 9:15AM
Business Wire
Featuring workshops in International Ballroom
Latin dance, the U.S. Tour will kick off in 2025 before expanding
internationally in 2026
Dance One Holdings, LLC (“DanceOne” or the “Company”), the
leading producer of educational and competitive dance events, today
announced an exclusive partnership with Julianne and Derek Hough,
the world-renowned and award-winning celebrity dance icons, to
create the premier global ballroom dance convention and competition
tour.
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The tour will feature multi-genre, international Ballroom Latin
dance, including Rumba, Cha-Cha, Samba, Paso Doble and Jive, with
events offering innovative dance training and competition programs
to be led by the most experienced dancers and choreographers.
Julianne and Derek Hough will help curate the finest faculty,
technical and commercial workshops, and elite competitions for the
next generation of dancers worldwide. The tour is expected to hit
major markets across the United States in 2025, including Los
Angeles, Miami Beach and Dallas, before expanding to international
markets in 2026.
The name and official dates of the tour will be revealed later
this year. Julianne and Derek Hough will be available at the
following events to discuss the new venture:
- The Dance Awards in Las Vegas, Nevada (June 29, 2024)
- World Dance Pageant in Secaucus, New Jersey (July 29,
2024)
Commentary
Julianne Hough: “I am so ecstatic we are partnering with
DanceOne on bringing this next generation of dance to the
forefront. This new convention and competition tour will help bring
ballroom dancing to so many others around the world. We’re excited
to change the face of dance, creating an inventive new set of
programs for dancers and those who are new to dance. Creating an
outlet for such creative expression is a passion I hold very close
to my heart, and I am so thrilled to be partnered with DanceOne on
this mission. Together, we have the opportunity to combine our
collective experiences and capabilities for the benefit of dancers
worldwide.”
Derek Hough: “I am beyond excited to partner with
DanceOne in creating a brand-new convention and competition event.
Our mission is to ignite the passion of the next generation of
dancers, offering those exploring this vibrant genre the
opportunity to learn, compete and excel in their passion for dance.
We are committed to providing access to the finest coaches and
teachers, both technically and commercially. With our team, we hope
to inspire, elevate, and help progress the future of dance!”
Adam Shankman, Chief Creative Officer, DanceOne: “There
are very few globally recognizable names associated with dance and
dance excellence. Julianne and Derek Hough are two of those names.
DanceOne is thrilled to be working with these two creative
powerhouses on a new and innovative globally-minded tour covering
education, entertainment and competition that will further the art
and sport that is dance. This tour will provide instruction and
inspiration for professional, aspiring and amateur dancers, as well
as dance lovers and fans everywhere for years to come.”
About Julianne and Derek Hough Julianne and Derek Hough
are Emmy-Award winning choreographers, dancers and entertainers,
both of whom are among the most celebrated dance ambassadors in the
world. Among the most prominent cast members of Dancing With The
Stars, where they helped bring the celebration of dance to
millions, Julianne and Derek are the ideal representatives of what
will be one of the world’s most exciting new dance competition
tours.
Julianne Hough is an actress, singer, dancer, entrepreneur, Emmy
Award-winning choreographer, host and judge. She has an extensive
filmography, including FOOTLOOSE, ROCK OF AGES, SAFE HAVEN and many
more. She is a celebrated singer and the winner of several Academy
of Country Music Awards, including Best New Artist and Best Female
Vocalist. She is also an entrepreneur behind numerous ventures,
including the holistic wellness modality Kinrgy.
As a four-time Emmy Award winner and 13-time nominee, Derek
Hough holds the record for most choreography nominations in
Television Academy history. Derek has also appeared in numerous
films, television, and stage projects as an actor. Hough was part
of the judging panel for World of Dance and in 2020 he rejoined the
hit ABC series Dancing With The Stars as a judge and remains the
only six-time champion in franchise history as a competitor. He
created, produced and starred in one of the most successful live
dance shows to tour North America and headlined a solo residency in
Las Vegas. Prior to his work on stage and screen, Hough competed in
the Junior and Youth Divisions worldwide in Latin American Dance
and earned the title of Under 21 World Latin American Champion.
Hough is also a New York Times Best-Selling Author of Taking the
Lead: Lessons from a Life in Motion.
About DanceOne DanceOne is the premier producer of
educational and competitive dance events and the largest holding
company of dance brands in the world. Founded in 2023 and
headquartered in Los Angeles, DanceOne brings together leaders in
the dance community around their shared mission of fostering the
integrity and education of dance. Its collection of over 500 yearly
elite dance conventions and events provides the highest level of
talent to teach and mentor while leading the industry in
innovations that shape the future of dance instruction. With over
60 years of combined experience serving over 10,000 dance studios
yearly, DanceOne’s highest priority is the commitment to ensure a
safe environment for kids to learn and celebrate movement by
providing the highest possible safeguarding standards in the
industry. For more information, visit dance.one.
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DanceOne: DanceOnePR@icrinc.com
Julianne Hough: maddie.mclaughlin@ledecompany.com
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Derek Hough: Susan@GuttmanPR.com