Mission Statement
The North County Dance & Performing Arts Foundation (NCDPAF) is a nonprofit organization committed to providing access to high-quality dance and performing arts experiences for youth and families in our community. Through scholarships, community events, and full-scale productions, NCDPAF works to ensure that every dancer—regardless of financial background—has a chance to shine.
Empowering Through the Arts
Scholarship Programs: Financial assistance for young dancers to access training and performance opportunities.
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Annual Productions: Including The Nutcracker and spring showcase performances open to the public.
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Community Engagement: Outreach performances and partnerships that bring the arts to underserved audiences.
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Mentorship & Leadership: Developing confident performers and community leaders through the arts.
How Does NCDPAF Support PRDC?
North County Dance and Performing Arts Foundation (NCDPAF) is proud to support the Paso Robles Dance Collective (PRDC)—a pre-professional company dedicated to artistic excellence and youth development.
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NCDPAF has played a vital role in PRDC’s journey. Originally founded as the Paso Robles Chamber Ballet Company, PRDC has grown into a dynamic collective of dancers performing both classical and contemporary works.
NCDPAF continues to support the company through:
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Scholarships and financial assistance
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Production funding for performances like The Nutcracker and spring showcases
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Travel support for dancers and directors attending The Ballet Alliance annual festival
As a proud member of The Ballet Alliance, PRDC is part of a national network of elite pre-professional companies. NCDPAF’s continued investment in PRDC ensures that young dancers in North County have the resources, training, and performance opportunities needed to thrive.
Annual Productions
The 2025–2026 Season Includes:
The Nutcracker – December 2025
Emerging Performers in Concert (EPIC) – February 2026
The Ballet Alliance Festival – April 2026
Community Outreach Events – Year-round