Est. 2016

About TODE

The Thousand Oaks Dance Ensemble is an adult dance group composed of dance enthusiasts from the Thousand Oaks area in the Conejo Valley. Established in 2016, it is the youngest of PPMA's three affiliated groups.

Our mission is to provide a platform for local dance lovers to learn, exchange, and enhance their skills, while promoting traditional Chinese culture through dance performances.

Our Programs

Dance Styles

Professional instruction from local and international instructors

Ethnic Dance

Traditional Chinese ethnic dances celebrating diverse cultural heritage

Ballet

Classical ballet technique and graceful movement

Jazz

Dynamic jazz dance with contemporary flair

Ballroom

Social partner dancing (team established August 2019)

Fitness Dance

Health-focused dance fitness (team established February 2022)

Recognition

Community Impact

Since 2016, TODE has performed regularly at local events through the Conejo Chinese Cultural Association, earning recognition as the premier adult dance troupe in the Thousand Oaks area.

Amgen Asia-Pacific Heritage Month

In May 2023, TODE members performed at Amgen's Asia-Pacific Traditional Culture Month event, showcasing Chinese dance traditions to a corporate audience.

Leadership

Current Leadership

2023 - Present

Lin Quinn

Director

Cecilia Liang (梁小薇)

Primary Instructor (since 2021)

Director History

2021–2023 Sophia Bellomo
2019–2021 Lin Quinn
2016–2019 Feng Shen

Join TODE

Whether you're interested in ethnic dance, ballet, jazz, ballroom, or fitness dance, there's a place for you at TODE.

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