Theatre, Speech and Dance

Dance Extension in Carolyn Dorfman's "Portrait"

Through the Department of Theatre, Speech and Dance, students may take courses in dance technique, composition, and history. We are primarily a modern dance program, but also have a strong West African dance, music and culture component. We have also utilized our flexible curriculum to offer courses in children's dance theatre and community outreach, pedagogy, anatomy and kinesiology, and the body therapies, and are very supportive of students who wish to work independently on any of the numerous topics that can enrich one's knowledge and appreciation of the art of dance.

We offer at least two departmentally-sponsored concerts a year, which consist of works by students, faculty, and guest choreographers. All students are encouraged to choreograph and/or audition for these shows. There are, additionally, many opportunities for dancers to choreograph and perform in musicals and plays and to work behind the scenes on theatre productions.

The Department also supports student run improvisation and performing groups, and sponsors master classes, lectures, performances, film series, field trips, and student tours to perform at sites outside of the University, such as high schools, other colleges, and alumni clubs.

Prospective students should not apply to the Dance Program.

We do not have a degree program in Dance.

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77 Waterman Street - Box 1897
Providence, RI 02912
(401) 863-3283 - Fax: 401 863-7529
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