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DANCE

Program Overview

Dance as an academic department encompasses the elements of dance as a performing art, as well as the science of dance as movement. Dance is one of the oldest art forms and probably the most communicative and expressive of artistic mediums. This department explores dance history, criticism, movement techniques, body conditioning, notation, choreography, theory, improvisation, terminology, music, dance in world cultures, dance production, performance skills, and dance forms—traditional to modern.

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Dance - Associate in Arts

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Below is a sample of the career options for the dance major. A few of these require an associate degree, most require a bachelor’s degree, and some require a graduate-level degree: professional dancer, choreographer, teacher in community or recreation programs, high school or college instructor, dance therapist, critic, physical therapist for dancers, company director, promoter, and dance production technician. Dance is frequently integrated into theater, performance art, and video and film productions.

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Cynthia McGregor Dean

Jeffrey Nevin Department Chair

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