University of California, Berkeley
Department of Theater, Dance, and Performance Studies
Berkeley, CA
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About the Program
UC Berkeley's Dance and Performance Studies program engages performance on physical, intellectual, and aesthetic levels. The practical focus is on the performance and choreography of contemporary dance and dance theater, with equal emphasis on theory, history, culture, and literature. The rigorous training targets students interested in learning about dance and performance from multiple perspectives. Faculty are known nationally and internationally for scholarly research and creative work. Many graduates join professional dance companies; others pursue graduate study or careers in universities, non-profits, health care, education, and business.
Degrees Offered
BA in Dance & Performance Studies
Minor in Dance & Performance Studies
Concentrations
Coursework
No audition or interview required to declare the major once admitted to UC Berkeley (some individual courses require audition/interview). Students may declare after passing two of the four required lower-division courses (a practice course + a performance studies course). Program is housed in the Department of Theater, Dance, and Performance Studies (TDPS) and also offers a separate Summer Certificate.
Performance Opportunities
Regular student-led performances, annual spring concert where students perform in faculty and guest artist repertory pieces, optional honors thesis/project, and exposure to lectures, speakers, guest artists, and performances.
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