The study of the technical foundation while increasing the physical and technical demands of classical ballet. Ballet vocabulary and knowledge of terminology are also enlarged. Ballet 3 & 4 students are expected to master double pirouette, battus and strong pointe work.
Modern 3 & 4
The study of the Graham technique of modern dance. Emphasis is placed on increased technical strength and vocabulary.
Dance History
An exploration of the history of both ballet and modern dance with an emphasis on guest artist/teachers who not only introduce various techniques, such as those of Limon, Taylor, Hawkins, Cunningham and Tharp, but also teach repertory.