School of Theatre and Dance
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800 South Main Street
Harrisonburg,Virginia 22807-0001
540.568.6511
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DEGREES OFFERED
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Bachelor of Arts in Dance Bachelor of Arts in Theatre Bachelor of Arts in Musical Theatre
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The James Madison University Dance Program is part of the School of Theatre and Dance and presently offers a Bachelor of Arts degree. The focus of the Dance Program is to develop each student's abilities as a performer, choreographer and movement instructor. Developing critical and creative thought through written expression and discussion is also emphasized. Attention is given to the tools necessary to create, perform, produce and appreciate the art of dance. Faculty members work closely with each student in defining their individual path to a career in dance.
Notable Alumni Include:
Trey Ellet, Caitlin Miller, Megan Andritz, Danielle Augone, Lyndsey Cole, Kristen Comyns, Keith Foster, Latasha Hutcherson, Michael Minarik, Mike Setti, Keven Quillon, Jeremy Beck, James Moye, Dwayne Nitz, Jon Zimmerman, Shannon Hummel, Niki Lundgren, Garland Days, Jake Odmark, Rachel Shur.
Faculty Info:
Emily Becher-McKeever, Ryan Corriston, Jessica Del Vecchio, Ingrid De Sanctis, Zachary Dorsey, Richard Finkelstein, Pamela Johnson, Shane O'Hara, Matt Pardo, Wolf Sherrill, Brian Smallwood, Cynthia Thompson, Toby Twining, Erin Vasta, Elizabeth Wislar.
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