Dance FAQ

Can you give me an overview of the Dance area?

  • Dance is a dynamic, creative program housed in the Department of Theatre and Dance. The program has a growing dance faculty and offers a major and a strong minor in dance.
  • Any student may enroll for a dance class; all levels of dancers find the classes stimulating and challenging. 
  • This atmosphere inspires the faculty and students to create original, expressive, and experimental dance for the student performing group, the Appalachian Dance Ensemble.
  • Dance classes are open to all students; no audition is necessary.
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Can you give me a brief overview of the curriculum?

Degree Information

Which dance classes fulfill core curriculum requirements?

The following courses fulfill Physical Education credits:

  • Modern I & II
  • Ballet I & II
  • Jazz I & II
  • Pilates Conditioning
  • Gyrokenisis
  • Yoga as Somatic Practice

The following courses fulfill Humanities credits:

  • Analyzing Style and Form: Dance (MC)
  • Dance History (W, MC)

What if I have had previous dance training?

Dance classes at the college level are taught to progress rapidly. 
Therefore many students who have had previous training still prefer
to start in a basic class to ensure accurate placement, alignment and 
fundamentals. However, if you think you might be eligible to take an
upper level class, please contact the following faculty members:

Or consider making a visit to a Master Class and Placement event.

What can you tell me about auditions?

Audition Information