School of Theatre and Dance

About School of Theatre and Dance

Located in Morgantown, West Virginia, the School of Theatre and Dance at WVU's College of Creative Arts is a vibrant hub dedicated to cultivating well-rounded performers and creative artists. Offering comprehensive dance training with a liberal arts emphasis, the school is accredited by the National Association of Schools of Dance (NASD), ensuring high national standards. Students engage in a challenging curriculum designed for a lifetime of involvement in dance and related disciplines, fostering individual growth through cross-disciplinary studies. The program vigorously challenges each student to collaborate, preparing them for diverse performance opportunities and fulfilling career paths. The curriculum emphasizes foundational dance training, likely encompassing ballet, and extends into musical theatre, preparing graduates for the demanding entertainment industry. Students benefit from personal instruction within a smaller school setting, augmented by the extensive resources of a major research university. Faculty expertise in dance is highlighted by specialists such as Maureen Mansfield Kaddar, Yoav Kaddar, and Stephanie Lorenze, with General McArthur Hambrick contributing to Dance and Musical Theatre. The school offers opportunities to develop choreographic and performance skills through major dance productions, with curriculum components like "Celebration of Dance" and "Dance Now!" fostering artistic expression and professional readiness. The School of Theatre and Dance provides a comprehensive environment for aspiring artists, actively engaging students in the broader artistic landscape and encouraging participation in events and performance avenues within the vibrant arts community.

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