News on your favorite shows, specials & more!

Department of Dance

Visit Web Site
TwitterCollege Twitter FacebookCollege Facebook InstagramCollege Instagram

601 East John Street
Champaign,Illinois 61820-5711
217.333.1010
admissions@illinois.edu

DEGREES OFFERED

Bachelor of Fine Arts in Dance

Bachelor of Arts in Dance

Master of Fine Arts in Dance


Welcome to Dance! In our rigorous program focused on contemporary modern dance, our students learn how the body works, research our art form's expansive history, and define their own voices as performers and choreographers. Together we embrace the messiness of creation and explore how our diverse viewpoints can contribute to the evolution of dance.

Faculty Info:

Betty Allen, Director Children’s Dance Program Maria Cynthia Anderson, Lecturer Laura Chiaramonte, Lecturer Jan Erkert, Department Head and Professor Sara Hook, Professor Patricia Knowles, Professor Emerita Linda Lehovec, Associate Professor Jennifer Monson, Professor and Graduate Director C. Kemal Nance, Assistant Professor Rebecca Nettl-Fiol, Professor and Undergraduate Recruitment Director Tere O'Connor, Professor Cynthia Oliver, Professor Endalyn Taylor, Associate Professor John Toenjes, Professor and Undergraduate Director Renée Wadleigh, Professor Emerita Abby Zbikowski, Associate Professor



Related Articles

Pulitzer Prize-Winning FAT HAM Makes Its Chicago Premiere This Weekend
by A.A. Cristi - January 09, 2025


With an all-Chicago cast led by Trumane Alston, previews begin this weekend for the Chicago-premiere of James Ijames's Pulitzer Prize-winning, five-time Tony Award-nominated play Fat Ham.

The Jupiter Quartet to Return to Adelphi University in February
by Chloe Rabinowitz - January 07, 2025


The Jupiter String Quartet will be presented in concert by Adelphi University at the Adelphi University Performing Arts Center in February. Learn more and see how to purchase tickets.

Student Blog: Surviving Freshman Fall in Urbana-Champaign
by Student Blogger: Sophia Woo - November 02, 2024


Although I miss having my own bedroom and bathroom and midterm season never really ends here, I feel like I’m finally in a good rhythm. I can navigate around campus pretty well, I’m managing my courseload, and I’m keeping myself alive, so I think college has been a success so far. 

Remy Bumppo Reveals 2024 Associate Artists
by Stephi Wild - October 18, 2024


Remy Bumppo Theatre Company, launching its 2024 - 2025 season with Dear Elizabeth, October 17 - November 17, at Theater Wit, has announced its slate of new Associate Artists.

Shakespeare & Company Brings Its Weekend Acting Intensive To Chicago
by Stephi Wild - October 10, 2024


Shakespeare & Company's Center for Actor Training will host its Weekend Intensive for professional actors and theater students at The Theatre School at DePaul University in Chicago from Friday, Nov. 15 through Sunday, Nov. 17.

Brass and Organ Concert Will Trumpet 100th Anniversary of Chicago Temple Building
by Stephi Wild - August 30, 2024


 A celebratory concert of brass and organ music September 29, 2024, will herald the 100th anniversary of the First United Methodist Church's Chicago Temple Building, the landmark Gothic Revival skyscraper office tower and house of worship at 77 W. Washington Street in the city's Loop.

Hedgerow Theatre Partners With Mauckingbird Theatre Company On Reimagined A MIDSUMMER NIGHT'S DREAM
by A.A. Cristi - June 18, 2024


Shakespeare’s whimsical tale of young love and mischievous fairies gets a reimagined look this summer in Delaware County as Hedgerow Theatre partners with Mauckingbird Theatre Company.

Stefanie Nelson Dancegroup to Present MOVING MEMORY: NEXT GENERATION
by Chloe Rabinowitz - May 22, 2024


Stefanie Nelson Dancegroup will present Moving Memory: NEXT GENERATION, an evening of original movement-based works exploring memory, erasure, and forgetting. Learn more and see how to purchase tickets.

Steep Theatre Announces Two New Shows for 2024 Season
by A.A. Cristi - May 09, 2024


Steep Theatre will be back on stage in 2024 with two new productions that continue the company's tradition of bringing new work to Chicago audiences.

Chicago Sinfonietta Board Names Two Lifetime Trustees and New Member
by Stephi Wild - May 09, 2024


 As its 36th anniversary season draws to a close, Chicago Sinfonietta has shared new developments in its Board of Directors.

Shakespeare's TWELFTH NIGHT Receives A Bluegrass Makeover At The Madnani Theatre
by A.A. Cristi - February 01, 2024


Step into the light of your purest (or most muddled) desire and join us for a fiddle-rompin', bluegrass stompin' adaptation of a timeless, merry classic. Hyperactive Studios is thrilled to present a re-imagining of Shakespeare's Twelfth Night, opening next weekend at The Madnani Theatre in Hollywood.

Out of the Box Theatrics to Present Building the Box Readings of TRASH by James Caverly and Andrew Merrill
by Chloe Rabinowitz - January 17, 2024


Out of the Box Theatrics will present the first reading of the company’s Building the Box series of new plays. Learn details and see how to purchase tickets!

Cast Set for ANTIGONE at Court Theatre
by Chloe Rabinowitz - January 09, 2024


Court Theatre has revealed the cast for 'Antigone,' a timely masterwork by Sophocles. Directed by Gabrielle Randle-Bent and featuring Nicholas Rudall's translation, this production concludes Court Theatre's Oedipus Trilogy.

BAM Sets 2024 Winter/Spring Season Featuring New Rock Opera From Taylor Mac & More
by Chloe Rabinowitz - December 12, 2023


BAM ushers in 2024 by presenting a season that honors the power of artistic community. See program details and learn how to purchase tickets!

IACA Reveals 2023 Ethnic & Folk Arts Master/Apprentice Awardees
by Stephi Wild - November 03, 2023


The Illinois Arts Council Agency has announced the twelve awardees of Ethnic & Folk Arts Master/Apprentice Awards in the Performing Arts category.




Videos


TICKET CENTRAL

Recommended For You