D an c e BUTLER UNIVERSITY JORDAN COLLEGE of the ARTS
In the Jordan College of the Arts, you’ll discover an atmosphere that inspires unique artistic expression while
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The Jordan College of the Arts’ Department of Dance is a rich, nourishing environment for the professional development of the highest caliber of dancers in the nation. You will receive conservatory-level instruction from a faculty of highly respected artists/teachers; each one offering classes with an emphasis on strong technical development, detailed artistic mentoring, and professionally focused advising. We study in exceptional facilities, we perform in stunning venues, we dance to live orchestras, and we prepare dancers for lifelong professional careers. If you want to dance professionally, dance with professionals.
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What we offer: • Coursework in all three major techniques: Ballet, Modern, and Jazz, with an emphasis on classical ballet • A program consistently recognized as one of the top five classical dance programs in the nation • Faculty with outstanding professional credentials • Numerous performing and choreographic opportunities • Three completely produced, fullscale dance performances and two full-length classical ballets performed to live orchestras each year • Rigorous liberal arts academic coursework