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Empowering Movement: Sarah Lisette Chiesa and the Women’s March
Sarah Lisette Chiesa, an Assistant Professor here at the School of Dance, has been pursuing her research on her philosophies surrounding “The Energetic Residue of the Moving Body… More
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UAZDance Talent in the Spotlight: Auditioning for Hubbard Street Dance Chicago’s Summer Intensive
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Faculty Elizabeth George Shines in Imagination 1 Simulated Moon Mission
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THIS SHOW WAS FABULOUS!!!!
"BEST SHOW EVER" The reviews are in! Audience members and students agree this is the show NOT to miss! Get your tickets to the upcoming performance of DSE today! - mailchi.mp/arizona/ajds-2023-registration-is-open-5018489
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All 5 shows were just mind blowing and incredible! Can't wait for the last 5! ❤️🩵
Two shows - One Weekend! We have some incredible performances happening at the Stevie Eller Dance Theatre this weekend! With guests artist like @mistyonpointe, @hubbardstreet, @max_washington, and @ballettucson you definitely don’t want to miss out! Tickets to our Scholarship Benefit end tomorrow however the In-Concert: The Directors Cut tickets are available until showtime! All tickets available for purchase through the link in bio!
TONIGHT @ 7PM in the Stevie Eller Dance Theatre! “Dance Visions” is a celebration of dance and its transformative power in education, choreography, and community. Guided by the insights of Director Duane Cyrus (@cyart4), this event shines a light on the importance of engagement and collaboration in the dance community. Experience an exciting blend of panel discussions and LIVE dance performances, showcasing the dynamism of dance on the accessible and diverse Eller stage. Don’t miss this FREE opportunity to delve into the heart of dance and witness its captivating beauty!
School of Dance students have been hard at work this finals season. Here’s a look into DNC 245’s Beginning Choreo course, in which students were prompted to choose two methodologies they have explored throughout the semester to incorporate into a three minute piece. Methodologies include Theme and Variation, Five Part Rondo, Gestures, Post Modernism, and Chance. Professor Sarah Chiesa encouraged students to have fun and take risks! #uazdance
Congrats to Giorgia Menetre, the “Outstanding Senior” for the School of Dance! 🎓👏🥳
Giorgia is graduating with a degree in Dance as well as Journalism and a minor in Public Relations. Giorgia’s dedication in her studies and her creativity has led her to integrate both of her passions, dance and journalism, into one platform. She is graduating with a GPA of 3.96.
During her time at the university, she performed works by renowned choreographers such as George Balanchine and Jose Limon as well as combined her love for writing and dance for professor Liz George’s “Dance and the Senses” this fall.
In addition to her dance experience, she was a freelance writer for National Park Trips, an Outside Brand, had an internship with Teton Gravity Research as their social media intern and worked as a contracted social media coordinator for SKI Magazine this fall. She is also a Digital Marketing Coordinator for the College of Fine Arts, where she fosters community in the College of Fine Arts via social media.
Giorgia is an exceptional student who has excelled in both the arts and journalism, showcasing her dedication, versatility, and leadership skills. Her contributions to the University of Arizona and the broader community have been invaluable.
Excerpts from nomination letter from Associate Director and Professor, Tamara Dyke-Compton
The audio for this reel was unfortunately removed by instagram and we are working to get it back. For the full video please visit our Facebook. Discover the inspiration and concepts behind the choreography of our Fall for Dance performances! Tickets are on sale for week 2! Get yours through our link in bio 🔗 #uazdance #uarizona #schoolofdance #arizonaarts
@uazdance is having a THRILLING Halloween learning @odysseydancetheatre official choreography from their iconic show “Thriller!” Did you know we’ve had quite a few alumni in the company including @kels_coleman, @yuzzz12, @gregliles, @yaboylaneblue, @matthewlynady, @bre__wilson, and Visiting Assistant Professor @insta_gi to name a few! #uazdance #odt #thriller #halloween **Disclaimer: The work was originally performed to Thriller by Michael Jackson but this song is not available on Instagram**
No plans on November 1st? We’ve got you covered! Come see director @cyart4 unravel the profound connections between movement and life, celebrating dance as a vibrant form of cultural expression at TEDxUArizona: Spirit of Wonder - Session 3, held at Centennial Hall. Accompanied by two talented dance majors, he’ll translate words into movement through a living PowerPoint demonstration. Don’t miss this compelling blend of narrative and dance! #TEDxUArizona #Dance #Culture #Movement #Expression #uazdance #arizonaarts
It’s Week TWO of our Dance Springs Eternal & Student Spotlight: Awakening productions! Come experience faculty, student, and special guest works by legendary choreographers Gerald Arpino and Bill T. Jones. Tickets are selling FAST. Don’t miss out! #uazdance #uaz #beardown🐻⬇️
@tamzee817 from @cirquedusoleilcasting visits @uazdance auditioning our students for their current and upcoming productions! We are so grateful to have such incredible companies visit our school and we are proud of our alumni currently in the productions. #uazdance #cirqueway #cirquedusoleil #collegedance
