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What is HWDC?
Heather Wayne’s Performing Arts is the home of the Heather Wayne Dance Company (H.W.D.C.) a 501(c)3 non-profit organization. This award-winning competitive dance team trains under the industries most renowned choreographers and dancers. Heather Wayne Dance Company enjoys performing for their community in addition to Regional and National competitions.
Join the Ultimate Wayne Nation Opening Number!
Get ready to be part of the BIGGEST and MOST EXCITING production number in the Wayne Nation End-of-Year Recital! This is your chance to dance alongside the entire HWDC family—from our tiniest 4-year-olds to our incredible 18-year-olds, adult dancers, and everyone in between!
Why Join?
- Be part of the largest group number of the entire recital!
- Fun & high-energy choreography that brings all ages together in a spectacular way!
- Custom music mix & dazzling costumes made just for this performance!
- A stage filled with lights, flash, and sparkle to create an unforgettable experience!
- Special moments for every dancer—even our youngest performers will have their time to shine!
- Rehearsals packed with fun, teamwork, and amazing stage experience!
Who Can Join?
This Wayne Nation Celebration is open to ALL HWDC dancers and as many HWPA dancers as we can fit on
stage! Whether you're a seasoned performer or stepping onto the big stage for the first time.
This number is for YOU! Don’t Miss Out!
This is your chance to dance in the most epic, high-energy, show-stopping number of the year! The lights, the music, the excitement—it’s all coming together for an unforgettable performance!
Sign up today for only $125.00 per dancer and be part of something BIG, BOLD, and INCREDIBLE!
Rehearsals are :
- April 29th - Tuesday 7:30pm-9:00pm (12yrs and up dancers only)
- May 10th - Saturday, 9:00am-11:00am
- May 17th -Saturday - 9:00am-11:00am
- May 20th - Tuesday 7:30pm-9:00pm (12yrs and up dancers only)
- May 24th - Saturday, 9:00am - 11:00am
- May 28th - Wednesday - 6:00pm -Dress Rehearsal at The Venue
- May 29th, Thursday - 4:30pm - Dress Rehearsal at The Venue
Requirements:
All Opening Number Dancers are invited to perform in all WAYNE NATION - End of year Recital -
Shows are Friday, May 30 - 7:00pm and Saturday, May 31, 11:30am & 2:30pm & 7:00pm
Younger dancers can choose to do only 2 of the 4 shows but must commit to the 2 shows by the 1st Rehearsal.
To participate, you must attend at least 3 of the Rehearsals and both Dress Rehearsals.
Parent Informational Meeting
When: Wednesday April 23rd, 2025 - 6:30pm
Where: HWPA Main Campus in the Diner
5370 Thompson Mill Road - Hoschton Ga 30548
Who: For all Parents and Dancers who wish to learn more and ask questions about HWDC and
Spotlight and Dance Team Competitive Programs.
HWDC Performances
HWDC Community Outreach
A Big Thank You to The Sponsors
HWPA Dancers Workshop Intensive
When: July 14th -17th, 2025
Time: 9:00 AM-5:00 PM
Where: Heather Wayne Performing Arts
Welcome to our Intermediate to Advanced Pre-Professional Workshop, designed for ages 10 years and above. At our Dancers Workshop Training Camp, we harness the transformative potential of dedication, passion, perseverance, and grit.
SCHOLARSHIPS
The Heather Wayne Dance Company is pleased to offer limited scholarships to students with financial needs and an aptitude for dance. To be eligible for this scholarship, please have the application completed and returned by June, 15th 2024
HWDC Board of Directors
The highly esteemed HWDC Board of Directors are influential and dedicated team of professionals committed to promoting the growth, development, and success of the organization.
Heather Wayne
President & Artistic Director
Kelley Trippe
Vice President
Barbara Mattison
Treasurer
Heather Rudell
Treasurer
Erin Shaw
Secretary
Jordan Hopkins Douglas
Members at large
