Dance News
Utah Ballet Students Compete at the Youth America Grand Prix
Last week, UofU student Danielle Lee Dreis competed in the Youth America Grand Prix held at the Marriott Center for Dance.
Doug Varone & Dancers, Ririe-Woodbury, and the School of Dance perform at the Marriott Center for Dance
The School of Dance Students, Ririe-Woodbury Dance Company, and Doug Varone & Dancers will perform Doug Varone’s powerful choreographic work, entitled in the shelter of the fold, February 23 and 24.
Bruce Marks visits the School of Dance
Former Ballet West Artistic Director, Bruce Marks, visited campus Wednesday.
James Ady visits Ballet History to discuss Val Caniparoli's "Lambarena"
Last week, former principal dancer James Ady visited the Ballet History class to discuss performances of a ballet by Val Caniparoli called Lambarena.
Hiring: Visiting Assistant Professor in the Ballet Program
The Ballet Program is Hiring! The School of Dance in the College of Fine Arts at the University of Utah invites applicants for a one-year Visiting Assistant Professor position in our Ballet Program, to begin August 2018.
Alumni Spotlight: Sara Rodriguez
We spoke with Ballet Alum, Sara Rodriguez about her experience at the U and life after graduation.
What's new at the School of Dance?
We made it to the second semester of our second year as a School of Dance. Our first year was not without its share of difficulties but in the end, we reflect the hearts of the students, staff, and faculty who continue to transform the idea of this School into a living reality.
An Interview with Penny Saunders
In January, undergraduate student Victoria Holmes sat down with Penny Saunders, resident choreographer of Grand Rapids Ballet, who is creating a new piece for Spring Utah Ballet.
World Premieres and Beloved Favorites Showcased at Spring Utah Ballet
The School of Dance presents the Spring Utah Ballet, Feb. 8-10 on stage in the Hayes Christensen Theatre in the Marriott Center for Dance.
2018 ACDA Selections Announced
School of Dance Faculty and Students will present work at the upcoming Northwest Region American College Dance Association Conference March 24-27, 2018 at the University of Colorado Boulder.
Ballet Program Students Present "grayspace"
Seventeen Ballet Program choreographers will showcase their original works on November 16 through 18 at the Alice Sheets Marriott Center for Dance.
Alumni: Oh, SNAAP!
Did you study in the arts at the University of Utah? Then we need you! Well, SNAAP actually needs you. That’s the Strategic National Arts Alumni Project, and they’re conducting their massive nationwide survey of arts alumni.
Utah Ballet to Open November 2nd
This November the School of Dance will present the Fall Utah Ballet Performance, which showcases a wide variety of styles, from classic favorites to works created in 2017.
A Note from U of U Leadership
As leaders of the University of Utah, we work daily to facilitate the intellectual development of all campus members and help our students, staff, and faculty reach for their professional goals.
Performing Dance Company Takes the Stage this October
The University of Utah School of Dance is opening its 2017/2018 Season with the Performing Dance Company. PDC offers its audience a professional-level performance by students in the Modern Dance Program.
Welcome to the 2017/2018 Season!
The School of Dance is pleased to announce our 2017/2018 Season!
MFA Graduate Spotlight: Ching-I Chang Bigelow
An interview with Ching-I Chang Bigelow. Originally from Taiwan, Ching-I will travel to China this summer to work as Rehearsal Director of Sleep No More Shanghai before returning to SLC to continue her work as an artist and teacher.
University of Utah Students Represent the School of Dance at ACDA
Early in April, students and faculty representing dozens of dance programs from across the country met for the American College Dance Association’s Northwest Region conference.