When performing arts are mentioned in most high schools, many people think immediately of drama classes, chorus or band, all programs that are found at most high schools in America. Back row, left to right, are Francesca Braly, Shannon Horovsky, Alexandra Call, Elizabeth Elsen, Courtney Klipstine, Jaime Law and Whitney Wilkinson. Writer Eva Van Buren staff bio send email When performing arts are mentioned in most high schools, many people think immediately of drama classes, chorus or band, all programs that are found at most high schools in America. The Dance Department at St. Augustine High School is part of the SAHS Center for Performing Arts. This is the sixth year St. Augustine High has offered dance.
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.