The Dance Performance and Choreography program prepares students for a professional performance or creative career in dance.
The B.F.A. Dance and Choreography program offers comprehensive training in classical and contemporary dance forms. With a focus on technical proficiency, creative expression, and choreographic skills, students shape their experiences to align with their career aspirations. The curriculum includes ballet, modern, and jazz techniques alongside coursework in choreography and theoretical studies. Through a blend of physical training and anatomical practices, students are equipped for successful careers as dancers, choreographers, or graduate students.
Top Reasons
Performance Opportunities
Abundant opportunities for performance and real-world learning make °ÄÃÅÌØÂí½ñÍí¿ª½± the ideal place to unleash your creative potential and hone your skills.
Personalized Instruction and Mentoring
Our experienced and dedicated faculty will mentor you and help you develop the discipline, self-confidence, and drive for a successful career in dance. All working professionals dedicated to their art and committed educators committed to your artistic development, our faculty will coach and motivate you to your fullest potential.
Guest Artists and Master Classes
Master classes, guest residencies, and guest repertoire enhance the rigorous program and provide connections to the professional field. Previous guest artists include Carolyn Dorfman Dance, Jon Lehrer Dance Company, Melissa Rector, RAKR Dance, and Gregory Dolbashian.
Meet Our Mocs
Elizabeth Woodington
Hannah Gomez
Jennifer Mehlig
Stacy Graham
Performance Opportunities
From your first semester onward, °ÄÃÅÌØÂí½ñÍí¿ª½±'s Dance program offers numerous opportunities for participation in concerts, showcases, and stage productions, fostering valuable professional connections through festivals, workshops, master classes, and auditions. The program stages two main productions annually: Fall into Dance, showcasing experimental faculty and guest artist choreography, and the Spring Dance Concert, featuring historical ballet and faculty and guest artist works.
°ÄÃÅÌØÂí½ñÍí¿ª½± dancers also shine in national and international performances such as Your Move: NJ Modern Dance Festival, the American College Dance Association Southeast Festival, and Jacob’s Pillow Dance Festival. Student choreographers are also encouraged to showcase their creations at various events, including the Emerging Artists Showcase and the BFA Concert.
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Featured Faculty
Erin LaSala Phillips
Clubs And More
Program Details
AVAILABLE IN:
BFA
Minor
Admission Requirements
First-Years
All freshman applicants to °ÄÃÅÌØÂí½ñÍí¿ª½±s full-time degree programs must submit the following information:
- A completed application form
- An official high school transcript
- SAT and/or ACT scores (unless applying Test-Optional)
- Academic recommendation
Transfers
Applying to Florida Southern as a transfer student is easy.
- A completed application form
- Personal statement
- All official college transcripts
- Social standing form
If transferring less than 24 credits, we also need your:
- Official high school transcript
- SAT and/or ACT scores
Internationals
Additional Admission Requirements for Dance Performance
- Students must audition and be accepted into the B.F.A, or B.A programs. Auditions are also required for the Minor in Dance.
Additional Audition Requirement for Dance
Program Contact
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