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640 Parrington Oval
Norman,Oklahoma 73019
405.325.4051
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Bachelor of Fine Arts in Ballet - Performance

Bachelor of Fine Arts in Ballet - Pedagogy

Bachelor of Fine Arts in Modern Dance Performance


The University of Oklahoma School of Dance is considered one of the leading programs in the nation for training in ballet and modern dance techniques. Classes include beginning to advanced levels in ballet and modern dance technique, pointe, men’s class, composition, Pilates body conditioning, pantomime, ballet and modern dance repertoire, pas de deux, teaching methods, improvisation, choreography, and a complete series of courses in dance history. Live accompaniment is provided for all technique classes. Our students come from across the United States, as well as around the world, and enjoy a wide spectrum of performance experiences including fall and spring productions in our home theatres. Additional performance opportunities come in the form of regional and international tours, operas, musicals, and interdisciplinary collaborations.

Notable Alumni Include:

Kara Bannister, Ballet North Texas Elena Damiani, Oklahoma City Ballet Studio Company Joni Keaton, Gin Dance Company Hannah Knorr, Fort Wayne Ballet Mia Koshansky, Ballet Theatre of Maryland Hannah LeComte, trainee, Big Muddy Dance Company Lacey Tisdale, NWA Ballet Theatre Second Company Katie Wolfe, trainee, Kansas City Ballet Caroline Young, Oklahoma City Ballet Studio Company




Faculty Info:

Michael Bearden, Jessica Bellamy, Gary Bramlett , Gina Bramlett, Boyko Dossev, Glenn Edgerton, Yury EvinerovYury Erivanov, Jan Fugit, Austin Hartel, Rebecca Herrin, Mary Margaret Holt, Leslie Kraus. Roxanne Lyst, Ellen Madson, Jennifer Maguire, Leigh Mahoney, Kathleen Redwine, Dustin Trotter.



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Sense and Sensibility
(2/19/19 - 2/24/19)
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(2/9/18 - 2/18/18)
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CITY OF ANGELS
(9/22/17 - 10/1/17)
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