University of Houston
School of Theatre & Dance (Dance Program) · Kathrine G. McGovern College of the Arts
Houston, TX
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About the Program
The Dance Program at the University of Houston, housed in the School of Theatre & Dance within the Kathrine G. McGovern College of the Arts, develops creative dance artists and educators through intensive training in technique, choreography, and academics. It offers BFA and BA degrees plus a K–12 (secondary, grades 8-12) teacher certification option and a dance minor, and is described as the only dance program in Houston offering two degree tracks with teacher certification. Training spans technique, choreography, performance, pedagogy, history, kinesiology/anatomy, somatic practices, and dance technology.
Degrees Offered
Bachelor of Fine Arts in Dance
Bachelor of Arts in Dance
- •Teacher Certification (Dance, Secondary Education, grades 8-12)
Dance Minor
Coursework
Course catalog (DAN) confirms leveled ballet and modern technique sequences (e.g., Ballet III, Modern Dance III) plus Dance Improvisation. Curriculum also covers choreography, performance, production, pedagogy, dance history, dance technology, arts business, kinesiology/anatomy, and somatic practices (Pilates, Feldenkrais).
Notable Faculty
- Teresa Chapman
- Dr. M. Gabriela Estrada
- Key'Aira Lockett
- Travis Prokop
- Toni Valle
Performance Opportunities
Students participate in dance concerts throughout the year and gain experience via internships, mentorships, and collaborations with Houston's dance community.
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