The School at Open Space
Disjecta Studio at Oregon Center for Contemporary Art, 8371 N Interstate Ave, Portland, OR 97217
About
The School at Open Space offers professional dance training and artistic development for ages 2-18. Programs include ballet, contemporary, jazz, hip hop, and creative movement, and weekly classes include ballet, pointe, contemporary, and jazz technique. Weekend workshops include choreography, somatics, and hip-hop.
Programs
- The School at Open Space — 2-18 · Professional dance training and artistic development. Programs include ballet, contemporary, jazz, hip hop, and creative movement.
At a glance
- Ages: 2–18 years old
- General schedule: Weekly classes are offered in ballet, pointe, contemporary, and jazz technique, with weekend workshops in choreography, somatics, and hip-hop.
About the provider
Open Space was founded by Franco Nieto, Charlene Hannibal, and Maeve Dougal. Franco Nieto is Artistic Director, Charlene Hannibal is Executive Director, and Maeve Dougal is Director of Education. The School at Open Space offers scholarships based on financial need, merit, and creating a diverse student body, and it states that no student is turned away due to financial need.
- Open Classes — 14 and up · Judgment-free, community-based classes for movers of all backgrounds and experience levels.
- Private Lessons — One-on-one private lesson with Open Space Faculty.
- Video Audition Package — Choreography for technique portions of audition videos. Studio rental for filming. Resume review if applicable. Filming services not included.
- Solo Package — $750 · One custom 2-minute solo. 4 rehearsal hours with a faculty choreographer. Resume review from a director. Weekly solo run-throughs (YAC). Letters of recommendation (YAC).
- Studio Rentals — Limited studio rentals for rehearsals, choreography, or creative projects. Friends & Artists Rate: $30/hour.
Current classes are designed for students 3-19 years of age. Independent participation is encouraged for school-aged children, but Creative Movement families are welcome to stay. Please arrive dressed for class whenever possible. Both studios have refill stations; dancers should bring a reusable water container.
What families say
“I would not think of it as a place, I would think of it as the people in the place.” — Asher, The School at Open Space student
Last updated October 13, 2026.
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