News & Announcements
Join us October 6, 7 and 8! A one-hour celebration of jazz dance, Jazz 'n' AZ features high-energy performances by faculty, students and guest artists.
This year’s show will feature Bob Fosse’s iconic Sing, Sing, Sing, Gianni Howell’s tap spectacle Disco’s Revenge and original works by our very own student choreographers!
Part of the long-running Arizona Jazz Dance Showcase, this annual favorite brings joy, connection and pure performance magic to the stage.- mailchi.mp/arizona/jazz2026
New leadership at the School of Dance! We are excited to announce that Tamara Dyke-Compton and Elizabeth George have been appointed interim co-directors of the University of Arizona School of Dance. Proud alumni, accomplished artists and dedicated educators, Tammy and Liz bring a combined 35 years of service to the School of Dance as they lead us into this next chapter. ❤️💙 - mailchi.mp/arizona/spring2023-5088882
U of A & BFA Dance Applications Are Open! - mailchi.mp/arizona/audition2026-5088841
Applications to apply to the University of Arizona and the BFA Dance program at the School of Dance are now open, and we encourage you to apply as soon as possible! - mailchi.mp/arizona/audition2026
The first professional contracts of the year are in.
At the University of Arizona School of Dance, career preparation begins long before graduation through auditions, artist residencies, industry partnerships, and direct access to leading employers.
The result? 83% of graduates from the last three classes secured professional opportunities in the field.
From concert dance to cruise lines, education, sports, and entertainment, Arizona dancers are launching careers. More success stories coming soon. mailchi.mp/arizona/spring2023-5088521
Please join us in congratulating Margo Bartlett on being named the University of Arizona School of Dance’s 2026 Outstanding Senior. From her leadership as President of Dance Collective to her performances on the Stevie Eller Stage and international cultural exchange work, Margo has left a lasting impact on our community. We are proud to celebrate her artistry, dedication, and passion as she begins the next chapter of her journey. Bear Down, Margo! Full Store here - mailchi.mp/arizona/spring2023-5088477
Congratulations to Alexandra Demetriades on receiving the Outstanding Graduate Teaching Assistant Award from the University of Arizona. Earlier this spring, Alexandra premiered Cycles of Light as part of Aureate Echoes, an immersive MFA thesis work exploring healing, resilience, and transformation through movement, live music, and visual design. We are proud to celebrate this well-deserved recognition and her continued artistic impact. Read the full article here- mailchi.mp/arizona/spring2023-5088453
Registration for Theatre of Movement closes soon! Join the University of Arizona School of Dance for this new immersive creative workshop featuring special guest Ray Mercer, Broadway performer and fight captain for Disney’s The Lion King. Designed for dancers ready to train, create, and connect with industry professionals. - mailchi.mp/arizona/spring2023-5088430
Experience Cycles of Light, a new MFA thesis work by Alexandra Demetriades exploring healing, resilience, and transformation through movement, live music, and immersive visual design. Inspired by the rhythm of sunrise to sunset, the work invites audiences into a shared pulse of reflection, surrender, and renewal at the University of Arizona School of Dance.
Experience The Weight of Holding by Bo Brinton, featured in Aureate Echoes at the University of Arizona School of Dance. Performed by eighteen dancers and set to an original score by Alberto Barba, the work explores care, tenderness, burden, and release through powerful physical storytelling. Reserve your tickets today.
For the fourth consecutive year, Norwegian Cruise Line returns to the University of Arizona School of Dance, offering classes, auditions, and insight into life as a professional performer at sea. This year also features an alumni currently performing onboard, sharing their journey from student to industry professional. -
Step into Adventure Student Spotlight, a dynamic showcase featuring original works created and performed by our students.
This promo highlights the next generation of creative voices in dance, offering a glimpse into the artistry, innovation, and individuality shaping the future of the field. Each work brings a distinct perspective, reflecting the depth of exploration happening within our program.
Check out the INSIDE LOOK here:
Precision. Style. Legacy.
U of A dancers take on “Sing, Sing, Sing” by Bob Fosse with Broadway artists Dylis Croman and Eliza Ohman.
An inside look at how the work is taught, refined, and passed on. -
Colony premieres tomorrow at Dance Springs Eternal.
Developed through Theatre of Movement, this work is shaped by the student performers in collaboration with creative direction by Duane Cyrus. What unfolds is a dynamic exploration of process, presence, and collective creation.
Join us for an evening of bold, student-driven performance. -
