The study of classical ballet with an emphasis on stage technique and performance. Ballet 7 and 8 are expected to maintain an advanced-professional level class and to perform the corresponding technique.
Modern 7 & 8
The study of Graham technique with an emphasis on stage technique and performance, and audition experience learned through experience in school auditions conducted by guest choreographers. Students are expected to be responsible for arranging after-school activities around the needs of the dance department and to know their own rehearsal schedules, costume fittings, and photography shoots.
Career Management
The study of the dancer's professional career, including contracts, unions, auditions, resumes, head shots, and self-produced concerts. In addition, alternative careers within the field of dance are explored through the use of guest speakers.
Repertory
The Senior Dance Ensemble works with eminent guest artists from a variety of disciplines. In recent years, the SDE's collaborators have included choreographers Camille Brown, Brunilda Ruiz, Paul Taylor, and Mathew Neenan, conductors Justin DeCioccio and Bob Stewart, costume designer George Hudacko, lighting designer Farley Whitfield, and laser artist Norman Ballard.
