Students range from beginners to accomplished dancers who have been studying for many years. All the technique classes study ballet, modern dance, jazz and creative movement. The department started with the formation of an after-school dance club and now offers three dance technique classes. Wadsworth hopes to see the department expand next fall and become a central part of the Performing Arts program. She is thinking of adding a tap-dancing class, as well as another technical movement class.
Dance composition is interspersed in all classes.
For those looking for a dance team, Wadsworth emphasizes that the classes are not structured for a dance team atmosphere, but more of a theatrical group. There are no present plans for a team. Students interested in the advanced classes are required to audition in the spring for the fall schedule. Auditions consist of learning and performing combinations in ballet, jazz and modern dance. For Dance I, students must pass an interview, but are not required to audition.