Admission to the B.F.A. DANCE231C. Graduate Studio: Ballet. DANCE133B. American Ballet and Modern Dance since 1900. DANCE193. 2 Units. Includes evaluation of general health measures and prevention and management of common dance injuries. Reeds educational, professional, and creative work is highly engaged with community, collectivity, and self-advocacy. Kinesiology for Dance. DANCE81. Emphasis on the development of musical skills most pertinent to the dancer: vocabulary, notational literacy, rhythmic and melodic acuity, score reading, and fundamental analysis; working with live accompaniment. Prerequisite: DANCE132A and DANCE132B and DANCE132C. Intermediate ballet and beginning pointe work; principles of classical ballet with an emphasis on technique. 2 Units. Learn more about the various programs and degrees offered at UCI Dance. Concert presentations on and off campus. Audition required. DANCE251A. DANCE144C. Content may be from history, ethnology, notation, medicine, music, or other areas in the field. Repeatability: May be taken for credit 3 times. Transfer students wishing to pursue the B.F.A. Q: How many students are in the Dance department? Proseminar in Dance History. Studio Workshop in Hip Hop I. Studio Workshop in Modern/Contemporary Dance I. DANCE143C with a grade of B+ or better. For more information about our programs, please contact theUCI Dance Department. Each year the department presents five fully mounted, on-stage dance concerts. Seminar in Movement Analysis. DANCE152A. Prerequisite: DANCE133A and DANCE133B and DANCE133C and DANCE143A and DANCE143B and DANCE143C. What scholarships and financial aid are available? Repeatability: May be taken for credit 2 times. Studio Workshop in Ballet I. Performance Laboratory. 2022-23 Edition / fonts/ About the UCI General Catalogue Advanced Studio Workshop in Jazz III. Studio Workshop in Ballet II. Advanced modern/contemporary dance offering a synthesis of fundamentals and performance technique. Content may be from history, ethnology, notation, medicine, music, or other areas in the field. http://dance.arts.uci.edu/. At the beginning of the school year, freshman and transfer students who have been admitted to the Dance major are auditioned and placed in technique classes according to their level of expertise and proficiency. A lively spring showcase by MFA candidates in Dance, highlighting graduate and undergraduate dancers. DANCE40A. 1-4 Units. The PDF will include all information unique to this page. 4 Units. program with a specialization in Performance does not require additional faculty approval beyond the required audition for admission to the Dance major; students should declare their intention to pursue this specialization during spring quarter of their sophomore year. DANCE125A. Prerequisite: Prerequisites for non-Dance majors: DANCE50A and DANCE50B and DANCE50C. 2 Units. Studio Workshop in Hip Hop I. Please direct all inquiriestodance@uci.edu. Concert presentations on and off campus. We are excited to welcome you to our annual live dance audition for admittance in Fall 2023. 2 Units. Graduate Studio Workshop in Hip Hop. Q: What is the size of a typical dance class? 4 Units. Audition required. 2 Units. DANCE143A. 2 Units. DANCE255A. UCI Student Health Center 501 Student Health, Irvine CA (949) 824-5301 Mon-Fri, 8am-5pm APAIT 12832 Garden Grove Blvd. 2 Units. 2 Units. DANCE133A. DANCE142C. A series of lectures and discussions of announced topics in dance. in Dance. Online Application Instructions For Faculty Positions, Important Information for International Applicants to the M.F.A. Survey of nineteenth and twentieth-century ballet, modern dance, and theatre dance. Graduate Studio: Jazz. 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A:The UCI breadth (general education) requirement includes the following course areas: Writing, Natural Sciences, Social/Behavioral Sciences, Humanistic Inquiry, Math/Symbolic Systems, Language Other Than English, Multicultural Studies and International/Global Issues. The Dance Department offers two undergraduate degrees: Bachelor of Arts (B.A.) DANCE53C. University Teaching. 4 Units. 2 Units. DANCE142B. Current and historical forms that may include ballroom, disco, square dance, Latin styles, and other social dances from the early-to-mid 20th century. UCI F aculty , A lumni , St aff , E meriti and R etirees may enjoy the FAStER Pass. program is an intensive program requiring a core of courses in studio and academic areas. The history of dance in the western tradition in the the 20th and 21st centuries. The techniques of classical ballet, modern dance, and jazz constitute crafts and styles for the dancer that serve not only as a basis for the training of the body, but also as a basic language of movement for the choreographer. Anatomical and dynamic analysis of dance movement. Introduction to learning outcomes in basic and foundational concepts of hip hop dance forms. Dancers must remain on campus for the duration of the entire audition, until approximately 5:00 pm, and participate in all portions of the audition. DANCE135A. Lectures are supplemented by video. Please note that UCI is following federal and state guidelines; the event is subject to change and/or modified pending health restrictions. Advanced Studio Workshop in Ballet V. 4 Units. DANCE261A. Builds on fundamentals of Dance 155A-B-C and introduces commercial and industry standards. DANCE 60A, 60B, and 60C: Choreography I. UCI UCPath Team Exceeds Goals for Pay Training Improvements Project 07/19/2022. Photo by Skye Schmidt, Online Application Instructions For Faculty Positions, Important Information for International Applicants to the M.F.A. Men's Studio Workshop in Ballet. Directed group studies of topics in dance. 2 Units. Utilizes the Universal Reformer apparatus, aiding the student in core stabilization, correcting muscular imbalances, increasing flexibility, and improving strength. Studio Workshop in Ballet II. 4 Units. DANCE281. A:Approximately 10% of our dance students are male. Audition required. Studio Workshop in Hip Hop II. program with a specialization in Choreography is by faculty approval only. Advanced Studio Workshop in Ballet III. edu for the most up-to-date information regarding undergraduate admission requirements. 1-4 Units. Proseminar in Dance History. 4 Units. 2 Units. Dance - Choreography Majors only. The Dance degree requirements include Dance Health and Injury Prevention, Kinesiology, Music for Dancers, Choreography, Dance History, Laban Studies, Dance and Video Technology, and Critical Issues in Dance, in addition to Dance techniques and performances. DANCE142C with a grade of B+ or better. For all technique portions (Ballet, Modern/Contemporary, Jazz, Hip-Hop), all dancers shall wear fitted dance clothes so the entire body is easily visible, and shoes shall be appropriate for each genre. Costume design and construction specific to the body in motion. DANCE135B. DANCE231A. DANCE178. Assignments in movement discovery, solo and group forms, with the main emphasis on independent work. Advanced hip hop dance with an emphasis on technique and added study of commercial and industry standards. Structured and experiential improvisation to heighten the personal intuitive processes, the kinesthetic sense, spatial and temporal awareness, and to encourage insights into the potential movement resources of the individual for performance and choreography. 2 Units. Tights must be full length no shorts or skirts. World Dance . Undergraduate Students. DANCE100. . Studio Workshop on Jazz I. Associate Chair. Repertory . 2 Units. Career Opportunities A career in dance requires excellent training and extraordinary discipline, tenacity, and dedication. DANCE172. This website uses resources that are being blocked by your network. Students can receive conceptual, creative, and theoretical instruction in the successful completion of a written report or performance. DANCE179. Dance Health and Injury Prevention. Through art, dance, music and drama, UCI artists push boundaries and fuel innovation By Christine Byrd This winter, the Claire Trevor School of the Arts will treat audiences to riveting performances and thought-provoking exhibitions, all of which are the result of a thriving creative engine that. 2 Units. Repeatability: May be repeated for credit unlimited times. DANCE231C. At a minimum, students must complete level II in Ballet, Modern, and Jazz (. Beginning-to-intermediate study of principles of dance composition. 1-4 Units. UCI is working to keep students safe. 2 Units. Current and historical forms that may include ballroom, disco, square dance, Latin styles, and other social dances from the early-to-mid 20th century. Reading, writing, discussing, and presenting key issues that relate to dance studies. We also have agraduate programin dance. Restriction: Dance Majors only. Restriction: Dance Majors only. DANCE110. DANCE53C. The methods and theory of teaching dance forms. 2. View the UCI Handbook for Music Majors (2022-23) which contains a wealth of useful information and advice. 4 Units. Advanced modern/contemporary dance offering a synthesis of fundamentals and performance technique. 2 Units. Degree checklists for the 2022-2023 academic year for all majors are located below in PDF format: DANCE50A. DANCE144A. 4 Units. Free choice of typical hip-hop genre attire. Repeatability: May be taken for credit 2 times as topics vary. 4 Units. DANCE3. 2 Units. Advanced Studio Workshop in Ballet V. 4 Units. Our program is built upon the philosophy that dancers should be prepared to perform many types of dance. Studio Workshop in Ballet I. Current Arts Grads: You will follow the curriculum based on the year you . Builds on fundamentals of Dance 142A-B-C and introduces performance techniques. Advanced modern dance: synthesis of fundamentals and performance technique. Analysis of various affinities between music and dance. Free choice of typical hip-hop genre attire. DANCE134C with a grade of B+ or better. Movement Exchange unites dance and service through its network of university chapters, international dance exchanges, and year-round programs in underserved communities. Hair shall not distract from the visible movement of the dancer nor impede their movement in any way. Studio Workshop on Jazz I. Irvine, CA 92697. Utilizes the Universal Reformer apparatus, aiding the student in core stabilization, correcting muscular imbalances, increasing flexibility, and improving strength. Repeatability: May be taken for credit 2 times as topics vary. Graduate Studio Workshop in Hip Hop. Prerequisite: DANCE162A. Admission to most majors at UCI can be guaranteed through TAG for transfer students who meet the eligibility requirements and complete the online TAG application. The University of California, Irvine is thrilled to invite faculty and students to participate in the American College Dance Association's Baja Conference, March 30-April 2, 2023, in Irvine, CA. Practical applications. Graduate Studio Workshop in Hip Hop. 2 Units. Global perspectives. The Dance degree requirements include Dance Health and Injury Prevention, Kinesiology, Music for Dancers, Choreography, Dance History, Laban Studies, Dance and Video Technology, and Critical Issues in Dance, in addition to Dance techniques and performances. Advanced Studio Workshop in Jazz III. Advanced Studio Workshop in Ballet IV. DANCE170. Contact your network administrator for more information. We are delighted that you are interested in the Dance Department at the University of California, Irvine. Prerequisite: (DANCE133A and DANCE133B and DANCE133C) or (DANCE143A and DANCE143B and DANCE143C). Additionally, placement examinations are required of all entering dance majors. Dance and Video Technology. Advanced modern dance: synthesis of fundamentals and performance technique. The courses required in addition to the core are primarily in Dance. Theoretical studies include dance history and theory; dance writing; Laban studies; dance pedagogy; dance ethnography; dance science; and aesthetics of digital media. Please refer to the current UCI Catalogue for complete program details and admission requirements. It is suggested that transfer students wishing to pursue a B.A. 2 Units. Performance Laboratory. A:About a third of UCI undergraduate students live on campus. Restriction: Non-major only. Studio Workshop in Hip Hop III. 2-4 Units. 2 Units. Graduates of the Department have an excellent record of placement in the many fields of dance. Projects may be educational, choreographic, scientific, historical, or philosophical in scope and must have faculty advisor approval. All four departments are housed in the same area on campus, facilitating interdisciplinary exchange. It will also include current Dance majors to respond to questions about student life in the Dance Department and University. Graduate Lectures in Dance. Undergraduate Applicants Auditions are required for all applicants, including: Incoming Freshman and Transfer Students Music as Primary or Secondary Major Current UCI students seeking to change their major to Music or add Music as a second major Application Process Overview Prescreen Round: Please see examples below: Solid-colored leotard and tights, or unitard. DANCE153C. Advanced hip hop dance with an emphasis on technique and added study of commercial and industry standards. Completion of general education courses will allow you to focus on the courses required for your major once you transfer here. DANCE399. offers a general, well-rounded dance education; the B.F.A. Repeatability: May be taken for credit 2 times. DANCE153A. Repeatability: May be taken for credit 3 times as topics vary. DANCE53B. Studio Workshop in Hip Hop II. 2 Units. 4 Units. Rehearsal and performance in theatrical jazz dance, designed to provide an experience in assimilating various styles of jazz dance and in refining dance performance techniques. 2 Units. 101 Academy, Suite 200 Irvine, CA 92697-2450 949-824-6630 Site Feedback. This means the school is very selective. Advanced jazz: principles of jazz dance and contemporary forms incorporating the personal views of the instructor. Prerequisite: DANCE132C. Supervised presentation and teaching of technique class. DANCE179. Advanced Studio Workshop in Modern/Contemporary IV. Supervised choreographic projects for workshop productions. Beginning ballet: fundamentals and principles of classical ballet with an emphasis on technique. Supervised presentation and teaching of technique class. Overlaps with DANCE90B, DANCE90C, DANCE90A. The theoretical, historical, and scientific courses are designed both to broaden the perspective of those students whose first interest is performance or choreography, and to provide a foundation for those students who plan to pursue careers in the academic, scientific, technological, or administrative fields of dance. DANCE142C with a grade of B+ or better. Scientific Concepts of Health. 2 Units. Independent Study. Costume Design for Dance. Advanced Studio Workshop in Ballet III. World Dance . 2 Units. DANCE155C with a grade of B+ or better. Introduction to the principles of motion, including the use of breath, gravity, spatial awareness, and time values. DANCE255C. 1-4 Units. Individual independent projects in experimental laboratory, library, field, performance, under instructor's direction. To ensure that you are taking the appropriate courses to facilitate your transfer to the UCI Dance Department, work closely with your college counselor, or contact theUCI Office of Admissions. DANCE156A. DANCE152C. Studio Workshop in Hip Hop II. Pictured: Tong Wang, Dance Visions 2018. Beginning and intermediate pointe work; principles of classical ballet with an emphasis on technique. Visit theUCI Housingpage for more information about living on campus. UCI is committed to the health and well-being of all faculty, students, and visitors and therefore ask to follow campus safety requirements to mitigate the risk of spreading COVID-19. Registration for an audition will begin December 5, 2022 through January 2, 2023. Advanced Studio Workshop in Modern/Contemporary III. 2 Units. Prerequisite: DANCE142C. in Dance complete, in addition to their general education requirements, one course in choreography, two courses in dance technique, and one course in music for dancers prior to transfer to UCI. Directed Reading. Studio Workshop in Ballet I. 2 Units. Your supplemental application must be submitted by December 15 (11:59pm PST). UCI is committed to the health and well-being of all faculty, students, and visitors and therefore ask to follow campus safety requirements to mitigate the risk of spreading COVID-19. Builds on fundamentals of Dance 155A-B-C and introduces commercial and industry standards. DANCE231B. No front page content has been created yet. 4 Units. Studio Workshop in Modern/Contemporary II. DANCE132C. Beginning tap: principles of rhythm and basic tap steps. Introduction to the anatomical, biomechanical, and physiological principles of dance movement. The Department holds annual entrance auditions for potential freshmen and transfer students during the winter quarter prior to the fall quarter when entrance is anticipated. 4 Units. DANCE297. Students will notice some overlap between the pathways; students will not be allowed to count a course for more than one pathway. DANCE197. Graduate Studio: Ballet. Prerequisite: DANCE241A. Topics and histories of dance and movement practices from various parts of the world. Work toward meeting the lower-division requirements of your school and major. DANCE156A. Advanced ballet, pointe work, and performance style: principles of the classical ballet with an emphasis on technique. 2 Units. Auditioning is a very important skill to practice. Advanced Jazz: Performance Techniques IV. Master of Fine Arts Concert. DANCE154B. 2 Units. Basics of technique emphasizing alignment, breath control, correction of muscular imbalances. In addition to meeting the general requirements for admission to UCI, applicants must demonstrate technical and creative promise. By Mia Hammett Choreographer/Former Soloist, National Ballet of Canada; Choreographer, ballet companies, operas, film, and television, M.A. degree. Dr Nicole Grimes, ngrimes@uci.edu. Studio Workshop in Ballet I. Prerequisite: DANCE 60A Restriction: Dance Majors only. Rehearsal and performance of repertoire from established ballet, modern, or jazz choreographers. Dance - Performance Majors have first consideration for enrollment. Intermediate Studio Workshop in Jazz II. General admission: $26 Seniors, Groups 10+, UCI Faculty & Staff: $22 Arts Packages: $20 UCI Students & Children under 17: $13 Current, fulltime UCI Students are eligible for the Student Arts Pass. 1-4 Units. Dance 81 and Dance 90C may not both be taken for credit. Ideal lower-division preparation for transfer consists of coursework that blends University of California admission requirements, degree requirements of the school and major of your choice, and the general education plan best suited to your interests and goals. By Christine Byrd It is suggested that transfer students complete, in addition to their general education requirements, one course in choreography, two courses in dance technique, one course in music for dancers, and one course in dance performance prior to transfer to UCI. Prerequisite: DANCE155C. DANCE80. Beginning-to-intermediate study of principles of dance composition. Dance Performance. The Coup de Comedy 2023 will feature many of our free events at UCI and some offerings online. Advanced Studio Workshop in Ballet III. DANCE251A. DANCE155A. Fundamentals of jazz: principles of jazz dance and contemporary forms incorporating the personal point of view of the instructor. 4 Units. Studio Workshop in Hip Hop III. Design your schedule to accomplish the following: 1. The standard criterion for eligibility to change your major requires that you are in good academic standing. Dance - Choreography Majors have first consideration for enrollment. 949-824-7283 Two are choreographed by faculty and guest artists; two are choreographed by graduate students; the fifth concert is created by undergraduate students. DANCE30A. In addition to submitting your application to the UC Admissions Office, you must complete a dance audition in order to be considered for the program.The department will hold two audition dates and applicants are require to register and attend ONE date. 2 Units. DANCE282. Understanding the field of dance studies, available resources, research methods, and academic formats in preparation for thesis writing. Advanced Studio Workshop in Modern/Contemporary IV. 2 Units. Please note that UCI is following federal and state guidelines; the event is subject to change and/or modified pending health restrictions. University of Utah; Principal dancer with the Shanghai Ballet, Tulsa Ballet Theatre, Dayton Ballet, Ballet West, (ballet, choreography, men's ballet, pas de deux), (jazz, choreography, improvisation, teaching of dance, jazz ensemble), University of California Irvine Official Seal, Donald Bren School of Information and Computer Sciences, School of Pharmacy and Pharmaceutical Sciences. DANCE135C. Examines the organizational structure and areas of operation such as marketing, fundraising, budgeting, production, and administration. DANCE170 series: must be in three additional performances beyond the B.A. To apply for admission to the UCI Dance Department, first visit the UCI Admissions website for complete details on application procedures and fees. 2 Units. Advanced Studio Workshop in Ballet IV. Prerequisite: DANCE90A and DANCE90B and DANCE90C. Advanced Studio Workshop in Ballet IV. Faculty directed, student/faculty choreographed. DANCE127A. Students can receive conceptual, creative, and theoretical instruction in the successful completion of a written report or performance. DANCE153C with a grade of B+ or better. listed for the B.A. Additional scholarships reserved for Dance majors are awarded after students have enrolled at UCI and have demonstrated their strong ability in academic courses and in performances. Students deficient in level of performance or academic preparation should be prepared to extend their studies beyond the normal four-year program in order to meet the requirements for graduation. Aims to bring students to the preprofessional level. University of California Irvine Official Seal, Donald Bren School of Information and Computer Sciences, School of Pharmacy and Pharmaceutical Sciences. Dance 81 and Dance 90C may not both be taken for credit. The PDF will include all information unique to this page. DANCE241B. Our coursework is designed for students preparing to continue professionally as dancers, as choreographers, and as teachers, as well as for students who have a serious interest in the theory, criticism, documentation, kinesiology, or history of dance. Advanced ballet, pointe work, and performance style: principles of the classical ballet with an emphasis on technique. DANCE283. 2 Units. Studio Workshop in Ballet I. These degree requirements are pulled from the UCI Catalogue and reflect the 2022-2023 academic year. Prerequisite: DANCE30A and DANCE30B and DANCE30C. Completion of or enrolled in . Work toward completing your general education requirements. 2 Units. Why not say "Hi" to get started? DANCE100. 2 Units. Graduate Studio: Jazz. Principles of jazz dance and contemporary forms, incorporating the personal views of the instructor. 2 Units. Dance Majors only. Detailed study of music as it relates to dance.