Elon University - Collegiate Program - BFA in Dance Performance and Choreography
100 Campus Drive Elon, NC 27244
Not company affiliated
Offers double major
Early graduation offering unknown
Offers study abroad
Styles: General Classical, Contemporary, Modern, Jazz, Tap, Other
Description
Elon’s Department of Performing Arts is recognized for providing conservatory-style training in a liberal arts setting. Elon offers a Bachelor of Fine Arts degree in dance performance and choreography. The program features a unique and intensive course of study designed to give you the knowledge, experience, and professional exposure you need to build a successful career as a dancer, choreographer, or graduate student. At Elon, dance students receive 21st century dance training with a focus on technical training, creative exploration, choreographic skills, body-mind centering knowledge, and collaborative dance-making. You will grow and develop with dynamic professors who teach you to sharpen your dance technique, hone your creative skills, cultivate your dance artistry and deepen your understanding of all aspects of dance. Dance students don’t have to wait in line to perform on stage. Beginning your first semester, you will have many opportunities to participate in a variety of concerts, showcases, and stage productions, and you will make valuable professional contacts by participating in festivals, workshops, and auditions.
Sessions
Session Information
Ages:
18-30
Dates:
08/27/24-05/19/25
Men's Program?
Unknown
Tuition Options
(1)Description:
Tuition
Housing
- Available
(1)
Location:
Multiple residence halls
Description:
Housing
Session Description
Major Requirements: DAN 1020 SOMATIC THEORIES I DAN 2020 SOMATIC THEORIES II DAN 2310 CONTEMPORARY MODERN III DAN 3900 DANCE HISTORY I DAN 3950 DANCE HISTORY II DAN 2350 DANCE COMPOSITION II: CHOREOGRAPHIC PRINCIPLES AND MOVEMENT APPROACHES DAN 3350 DANCE COMPOSITION III: GROUP STRUCTURES AND DEVELOPMENT DAN 4970 SENIOR SEMINAR I DAN 4971 SENIOR SEMINAR II Select sixteen semester hours from the following courses: DAN 2310 CONTEMPORARY MODERN III DAN 2330 CONTEMPORARY MODERN IV DAN 3300 CONTEMPORARY MODERN V DAN 4300 CONTEMPORARY MODERN VI DAN 2800 BALLET III DAN 2810 BALLET IV DAN 3800 BALLET V DAN 4800 BALLET VI 1Student must take each level of technique class twice, 8 credit hours of Modern III-VI and 8 credit hours of Ballet III-VI Select four semester hours from the following courses: DAN 2120 POINTE I TECHNIQUE DAN 2100 YOGA DAN 3150 ADVANCED YOGA PHILOSOPHY, THEORY AND PRACTICE DAN 3500 JAZZ III DAN 4500 JAZZ IV DAN 1400 TAP I DAN 2400 TAP II DAN 3400 TAP III DAN 3200 SPECIAL TOPICS IN DANCE Select four semester hours of Dance Ensemble: DAN 2230 DANCE ENSEMBLE Select twelve semester hours of dance electives at the 3000-4000 level Total Credit Hours: 68
