Dance Major
The department of dance offers an integrated study of theory and technique with an emphasis on performance and choreography; it provides students with a broad knowledge of dance that supports creative and intellectual development in a liberal arts context.
All dance majors are expected to include dance technique classes in their scheduled programs throughout their four years and must participate in two concert performances in addition to course requirement DAN 494. All dance majors shall complete four academic years of study, at least two of which shall be in residence at Connecticut College, including one semester of the final year. One summer session at an approved institution (prior to the senior year) is strongly suggested. Students are also required to fulfill production crew requirements as defined by the department.
All prospective dance majors must audition.
Requirements
The dance major consists of a minimum of twelve courses including the following eight courses:
two of the following:
one semester of the following
one semester of Advanced Modern Dance and Ballet Technique at the 400 level
| DAN 451 | MODERN TECHNIQUE IV | 2 |
| DAN 452 | ADV MODERN & BALLET TECHNIQUE | 2 - 4 |
| DAN 453 | ADV MOEDRN & BALLET TECHNIQUE | 2 - 4 |
| DAN 454 | ADV MODERN & BALLET TECHNIQUE | 2 - 4 |
Advisers: S. Collins-Achille, D. Dorfman, H. Henderson, L. Race, R. A. Roberts