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Team showcase · Every spring
The SAM Project
Each spring our competition teams take the stage to unveil their routines for friends, family and the public, and our seniors perform their solos in their final season with Emerge. Every dollar raised benefits The SAM Project scholarship fund.
- Competition routines
- Senior solos
- Open to the public
In memory of Sam Cobb
Why we dance for SAM
Sam Cobb was a beloved Emerge instructor and choreographer. The SAM Project was created in his memory to carry her love of the arts forward.
The SAM Project’s mission is to positively impact the lives of artists and musicians through scholarship funding to further their education. All proceeds from our team showcase go to the fund, so every ticket helps a young artist take their next step.
The show
What to expect
The SAM Project is the first time each season that our team routines are performed for an audience. It’s a full production with costumes, makeup, props and lighting, featuring every team from Mighty Mini to National.
- Every competition team routine for the season
- Senior solos, celebrating dancers in their final season with Emerge
- A full stage production: costumes, makeup, props and lighting
- Open to Emerge families, friends and the public
The date, venue and ticket details are posted here and on our social media each spring.
Show details
| When | Each spring |
| Who performs | Emerge competition teams and seniors |
| Tickets | Sold online |
| Proceeds | The SAM Project scholarship fund |
Giving back
A tradition of giving
Before The SAM Project, our teams chose a charity each season and dedicated the showcase to it.
2022–today
The SAM Project
Scholarships for artists and musicians, in memory of our instructor and choreographer Sam Cobb.
2021
TriHealth Cancer Infusion Center
Patients receiving infusions are often very sensitive to the cold. Emerge donated more than 200 blankets.
2020
The Dragonfly Foundation
Support for families of children and young adults with cancer, during and after treatment.
2019
CityLink Center
A city-wide initiative bringing social service agencies together under one roof.
2018
Princesses Ballet, City Gospel Mission
Free ballet classes for girls ages 2–18 from low-income families across Greater Cincinnati.
2017
Aubrey Rose Foundation
Emotional and financial support for families caring for children with life-threatening illnesses.
2016
Anderson Ferry Food Pantry
A neighborhood food pantry serving west-side families for more than 40 years.
2015
Building Blocks for Kids
Funding products and services for children with physical, emotional and developmental challenges.
Parent questions
SAM Project questions
Still have a question? Call (513) 923-2356 or email office@emerge-dance.com.
Who can come to the show?
Everyone. The showcase is open to Emerge families, friends and the general public.
Do dancers need a ticket?
Performing dancers don’t need a ticket. Everyone in the audience does.
Where does the money go?
All proceeds benefit The SAM Project, which funds scholarships for artists and musicians in memory of Sam Cobb.
Which dancers perform?
Our competition teams perform their routines for the season, and our seniors perform their solos. See our teams.
Come cheer on our teams
Every ticket supports The SAM Project.