CSU Dance invites intermediate to advanced students and professionals to attend a FREE Ballet masterclass with Jerry Kumery, Ballet Master, Richmond Ballet Curator, Salvatore Aiello Trust Répétiteur, The George Balanchine Trus. Participants must be age 11 or older with a minimum of four years of ballet training.
Dance majors Tiana Farnsworth, Hannah Finnegan, and Emily LaCourse present their capstone work in a dance concert featuring over thirty students. Come see the next generation of talented young dance artists!
On behalf of the entire faculty of the Dance program at the School of Music, Theatre and Dance at Colorado State University, you are invited to a reception on Saturday evening, April 21st honoring the thirty years of service of Jane Slusarski-Harris. Jane has served as the program head for Dance for three decades, during […]
Preshow Talk: 6 p.m. Color of Change is a vibrant collaboration between School of Music, Theatre, and Dance faculty and students, and Classical Revolution of Northern Colorado. Through live music and dance, this performance celebrates the contributions of several lesser-known African-American composers. A special pre-show discussion is being led by local tenor, Anthony McGlaun. “Color […]
Spend a day at CSU with the dance faculty, students, and staff. Explore degree options, audition for the dance major and scholarships, take master classes in modern and ballet technique, attend an informal performance, and tour the University Center for the Arts. Join us for an exciting day of dance! Registration required: dance.colostate.edu or call (970) 491-2675.
This semester’s capstone concert features the outstanding choreography and performances of our senior dance majors, Shannon Gerney, Emily Kaiser, and Julianna Williams.
The Fall Dance Concert features the performance and choreography of new Assistant Professor of Dance Madeline Harvey; the Ballet Repertory Ensemble student performers, and guest faculty performance and choreography by Matthew Harvey. Selected student choreographers and performers show their creative work, and technical production and design for the concert features student designers, stage managers, and […]
Spend a day at CSU with the dance faculty, students, and staff. Explore degree options, audition for the dance major and scholarships, take master classes in modern and ballet technique, attend an informal performance, and tour the University Center for the Arts. Join us for an exciting day of dance! Registration required.
NOTE: Dance, theatre, and music students interested in participating in this session should come to the Organ Recital Hall at 2 p.m. OneBeat brings powerful cultural diplomacy to CSU, Fort Collins Oct. 16-20 In a partnership with the Music District and several local community organizations — including Colorado State University’s School of Music, Theatre and […]
The MARTHA GRAHAM DANCE COMPANY has been a world leader in the development of contemporary dance since its founding in 1926. Today, the company is embracing a new programming vision that showcases masterpieces by Graham alongside newly commissioned works by contemporary artists. During its 90-year history, the company has received acclaim from audiences and critics in more than 50 countries.
Leading dance movement educators and education specialists from CSU and the region come to the University Center for the Arts for an intense week in early summer to explore how we can bring more movement into our K–12 classrooms.
Dance majors present their capstone work in a dance concert featuring over thirty students. Dance majors Devon DeSpain, Chloe Milton, and Ashley Shute present their capstone work in a dance concert featuring over thirty students. Come see the next generation of talented dance artists!
The Spring Dance Concert, featuring guest, faculty, and student choreography, is a wonderful opportunity to see some of the best dance in Fort Collins. This concert features Mikhail Fokine’s The Dying Swan, performed by special guest artist, Ms. Sharon Wehner, principle dancer of the Colorado Ballet. Sharon Wehner Sharon Wehner is originally from San Jose, […]
Ranjani Vedanthan leads the CSU community in an Indian Dance Master Class focused on Bollywood style.
Seemie Xavier is based in Aurora, and performs and teaches Oriental dance and Bollywood dance in the metro Denver area and along the Front Range.
Join CSU Dance for a master class presented by Maputo Mensah. Mr. Mensah was born and raised in Accra, Ghana, in a family of professional musicians and dancers. By the age of five he was dancing and drumming with his family, and by the age of ten he was teaching and performing these traditional Ghanaian arts professionally.
Oriental dance master classes taught by Seemie Xavier DANCE MASTER CLASS SCHEDULE Tuesday, March 28: 11:10 a.m. – 12:50 p.m., University Dance Theater Wednesday, March 29: 9-10:40 a.m., Dance Studio 101 Seemie Xavier is based in Aurora, and performs and teaches Oriental dance and Bollywood dance in the metro Denver area and along the Front […]
Ranjani Vedanthan leads students in an Indian Dance Master Class focused on Bharatanatyam style.
Complexions Contemporary Ballet celebrates excellence in dance. The company provokes thought and inspires impassioned performance with the finest dancers in a full range of disciplines. They perform for audiences worldwide, educate, cultivate talent, and champion diversity as America’s original multi-cultural dance company. This master class is free and open to all dance majors, CSU students, and the public […]
These thrilling hop-hip dancers put on an astonishing display of rhythm and precision while delivering a positive message. Illstyle & Peace Productions is a multicultural, Philadelphia-based dance company founded in 2000 by Brandon “Peace” Albright. The company creates work rooted in contemporary, West African, old school & new school hip-hop blended with an eclectic mix […]
The FOLKLORICA Master Class, lead by Sara Roybal, is possible by a grant awarded to CSU Dance for diversity dance training. Sara Roybal received her Masters of Fine Arts in Dance with a secondary emphasis in Ethnic Studies from the University of Colorado at Boulder. Currently she is an independent artist focused on choreographing in […]
Dance major and scholarship auditions for prospective students (High School seniors and transfer students) are held during the Fall Visit Day (Nov.) and the Spring Visit Day (Feb.).
The semester’s Dance Capstone Concert features the outstanding choreography and performances of four senior dance majors, Lauren Kotre, Devyn Lee, Katie McClendon, and Aminta Remisosky.
With Special guest Ormao Dance Company The concert features guest artist-in-residence, Jan Johnson, choreographer and artistic director for the Ormao Dance Company. Enjoy an extraordinary evening of innovative contemporary and classical dance for all ages, presented by dance faculty, students, and our guest artist.
Dance major and scholarship auditions for prospective students (High School seniors and transfer students) are held during the Fall Visit Day (Nov.) and the Spring Visit Day (Feb.).
Non CSU Dance Majors are required to register in advance. Click here to register. There is a $10 fee due at the start of class (please bring cash only to the start of class). The residency will run from Oct. 17 – 21. She will teach master classes daily: Advanced Modern, M/W/F, 11 a.m. – […]
This master class is a wonderful educational opportunity at the University Center for the Arts, followed by an amazing and inspirational performance at the Fort Collins Lincoln Center later that evening. The 90 minute class begins with a traditional ballet barre warm-up, followed by MOMIX-inspired work in center, then finishing with a short Q/A and photo session.This class […]
Integrating Comprehensive Skills into The K-12 Curriculum. Join leading dance movement educators and education specialists from Colorado State University and the region to explore how we can bring more movement into our K–12 classrooms.
Former dance majors return to share their performance and choreography in an electric evening of innovative dance presented by CSU dance alumni guests. For a complete schedule of events, including master classes, lecture/presentations, and panel discussions, click here. For more information about the Alumni Dance Celebration, as well as a list of alumni biographies, click here. A Gala Reception follows […]
Featuring CSU Dance Alumni and Guests. CSU dance alumni from across the country return to share their teaching and related career expertise in master classes and lectures/presentations. The daily discussions are FREE and open to the public. For more about the Alumni Dancers who will be performing and teaching the master classes, click here. Schedule of […]
The master class focused on choreography is open to public; non-CSU dance majors should register through Linda Parent. Sponsored by the Fort Collins Lincoln Center Dance Series. www.nwdanceproject.org NOTE: The master class time has been changed to 4 p.m. – 5:30 p.m. in Studio 101
This concert marks the year’s culmination of dance, performance, and passion for creative movement. With many original works, the concert features the work of dance faculty, students, and special guests in a variety of styles, including classical ballet, modern dance, jazz, hip-hop, and tap.
This concert marks the year’s culmination of dance, performance, and passion for creative movement. With many original works, the concert features the work of dance faculty, students, and special guests in a variety of styles, including classical ballet, modern dance, jazz, hip-hop, and tap.
For what has become a spring tradition, join us for this informal performance event featuring Colorado State University dance majors. Refreshments and performance are free and open to the public.
The master class is open to public; non-CSU dance majors should register through Linda Parent. www.bodytraffic.com
Graduating dance majors showcase their choreography, performance, and production talents in the dance major student capstone event. With over thirty dancers, musicians, designers and technicians contributing, this innovative program promises an exciting look at our up-and-coming performing artists. This fall features dance majors Alex Ader, Kayla Banks, and Bonnie Tomson.
Stephaen Hood is a graduate of the University of the Arts in Philadelphia with a B.F.A. in Ballet Performance.He has been studying dance and has trained at numerous ballet institutions such at Mid Atlantic Youth Ballet, Rock School For Dance Education, and the University of The Arts in PA as a Ballet Major. He has also trained in a vast amount of studies […]
Since its inception in 1970, Ballet Hispanico’s contemporary repertory has reflected the ever-changing diversity of Latino cultures. Led by Artistic Director Eduardo Vilaro, the Company’s multifaceted performances have featured beloved master works by Nacho Duato and Talley Beatty, cutting-edge premieres by Cayetano Soto and Annabelle Lopez Ochoa, and live music accompaniment by renowned artists such […]
Part dance, part theatre, part CG animation, Mystical Abyss is a visually striking live performance piece infused with the potent elegance of Japanese Noh theatre and the raw athleticism of modern dance. Written by legendary Bay Area Playwright John O’Keefe, Mystical Abyss brings together ancient stories & legends from Japanese Jomon culture and Native American […]
Colorado K-12 educators are invited to the Colorado State University campus to participate in a week long seminar with university faculty and guest speakers. Colorado K-12 educators are invited to the Colorado State University campus to participate in a week long seminar with university faculty and guest speakers. A $300 honorarium is being offered to each participant.
Currently Director of Production at Colorado’s own Central City Opera since 2002, Karen Federing will be in residence at CSU to share an open master class with students at the University Center for the Arts, which is also open to the public. She has worked in a variety of production and administrative roles at such […]
As the culminating dance performance of the school year, the concert features the creativity of dance faculty, students, and special guests in a variety of styles. This concert features Artist-in-Residence Taipei (AIR Taipei) in Taiwan.
Featuring CSU Dance Majors, the tea is an informal performance event showcasing the Ballet Repertory Ensemble, the Tour Dance Company, and selected student work. Refreshments will be served.
Enjoy an extraordinary evening of innovative contemporary and classical dance presented by dance faculty, students, and guest artists.
