STEP INTO THE FRAME.
A space where dancers step beyond the classroom and into performance
“I thought… is it a dream or real? Ten years ago this was a dream. When I watched the video I saw my jazz dancer – naturally expressive, connected with the others.”
What Actually Happens
You don’t just learn choreography. You prepare, refine and shape it together.
And then…
You step into a filming process.
“I felt nothing but joy and excitement before the camera started rolling. Performing becomes so much easier when you are surrounded by such a supportive group!”
More than a performance
It’s not just about the choreography or the filming
It’s about the people you share it with.
Connections that often continue long after the project ends.
“The biggest learning for me is the power of the group. From preparation to filming the energy, the hugs, the smiles. My heart is full of positivity”
How it works
We work in four layers:
Preparation
You learn and embody the choreography in advance.
Refinement
We work on presence, musicality, direction, and awareness.
Filming
A real shoot. Multiple takes. Different angles. A shared experience.
Result
You receive the final edited dance film and reflect on the process, seeing how your movement evolves from rehearsal to camera to screen.
You are not alone in it.
The group holds the space.
And that changes everything.
“At the end I danced with confidence, more free and more myself. Even when pressure and perfectionism appeared, the atmosphere of the group made me feel safe. ”
Who this is for
This is for you if:
You want to move beyond taking a class or practicing alone
You feel there is more expression inside you
You want to experience performance in front of people and for camera
You are curious how you actually look when you dance
You want to connect with others who share the same passion
Level: Intermediate solo jazz dancers and above. Participants should have good knowledge of jazz vocabulary and feel comfortable learning choreography independently.
“The energy, the joy, and yes – the imperfections. And realizing that they don’t matter.”
For many dancers, this is the first timethey truly see themselves as performers.
Artistic Direction
Ksenia Parkhatskaya
Ksenia Parkhatskaya is an internationally recognized solo jazz dancer, choreographer, and performer known for her musicality, theatrical presence, and visual storytelling.
Her work moves between stage and camera, with dance films and performances presented at festivals and seen by millions worldwide.
In Lights Camera Action, she brings together choreography, performance, and film direction to guide dancers into the experience of being seen on camera.
“A contemporary jazz sensation who sees no limitations.”
- Hong Kong Magazine
Selected Film Work
“Now when I practice at home I imagine there is a camera moving around me.
I play with it, looking in different directions and dancing for the camera.”
Want to bring this project to your festival or school?
Lights Camera Action brings dancers together, pushes creative limits, and creates unforgettable moments within festival communities.
Bring the project to your:
Swing dance festival
Dance school
Creative dance community
For collaboration inquiries and more detailed information please contact Ksenia at:
“Pure joy to dance together. A blend of creativity, passion and friendship over a shared experience.
The energy and support were something special! I can’t wait until we meet and dance again.”
Lights Camera Action™ is an original artistic concept created by Ksenia Parkhatskaya (since 2018). The concept, methodology, structure, and choreography are protected as intellectual property and may not be reproduced, adapted, or presented without prior written permission.