Dance The Dance program is based on the premise that dance is a unique art form. Daily modern and ballet technique classes are required of all graduate students. Basic physical skills, strength, and control are required for the central focus of our program, the creative use of the dance medium. The student is exposed to vital aspects of the art as performer, creator, and observer.
Music is an integral part of the program.
The graduate Dance curriculum is centered on the Sarah Lawrence tutorial system of instruction. By limiting the number of students and establishing a close student-teacher relationship, the program assures each student an unusual degree of personal attention to his or her needs and goals. Students meet individually with their advisors on a regular basis to discuss their overall objectives and progress. Frequent guest artists and lecturers are invited to the campus, some in conjunction with the Theater program. Former guest artists have included Meredith Monk, Carolyn Adams, Annabelle Gamson, Chuck Davis, Charles Honi Coles, Maia Claire Garrison, Clyde Morgan, Khalid Saleem, Glory Van Scott, and Youssouf Koumbassa.