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Dance

The School of Theatre and Dance offers a Bachelor of Fine Arts in Dance Performance, a Bachelor of Arts in Dance Studies and a Minor in Dance. It is the home of the Kent Dance Ensemble, Kent State University's pre-professional dance company.

The School of Theatre and Dance is accredited by the National Association of Schools of Dance (NASD).

Mission Statement

The Dance Division combines the rigor of conservatory training with a liberal arts education, recognizing and supporting our students as individuals and artists contributing to an ever-changing world.

Vision Statement

When you enter the Roe Green Center for the School of Theatre and Dance, you will be embraced for who you are and surrounded by a community that supports your individual potential. Dedicated to creative excellence, we will provide opportunities that will challenge you to develop your meaningful purpose. Our comprehensive programs are rooted in a professional culture that inspires you to train for the dynamic disciplines of theatre and dance as you transform your passion into your profession.

HIGH SCHOOL MASTER CLASSES

January 25, 2024 | 12 - 5 p.m.
Jazz and Modern

Calling all high school dancers at the intermediate/advanced level! Spend the day taking two master classes led by KSU faculty.

Photo: “Sing, Sing, Sing” Choreography: Jen Black; Dancers: Ina Black (’24), Mia Savelli (’24), Jared Warren (’25)

Dance Performance - B.F.A.

The Bachelor of Fine Arts degree in Dance develops technically sound, intellectually diverse and creatively expressive dance artists who can contribute significantly to the art form and society. The curriculum provides students with opportunities for strong and varied technical preparation in contemporary dance forms, including modern, ballet, jazz and improvisation. Opportunities for performance and choreography, along with dance theory courses, complete a degree focused on the artist/scholar.

Dance - B.A.

The Bachelor of Arts degree in Dance Studies allows students who have previous dance experience and a strong interest in another subject area, within or outside of the arts, the opportunity to combine the two into one plan of study. The curriculum provides students with a solid foundation in dance techniques and dance academics while allowing flexibility to incorporate another area or minor.

The B.A. degree program encourages exploration of areas that can be combined with dance to enhance opportunities for future employment.

Dancers audition in the Roe Green Center for the School of Theatre and Dance

Dance Auditions

Students who apply to Kent State University seeking a Bachelor of Fine Arts (B.F.A.) in Dance Performance or a Bachelor of Arts (B.A.) in Dance Studies, and are accepted by the university, are automatically accepted as a B.A. in Dance Studies major.