Training
•BFA Dance focuses on contemporary and jazz with a strong foundation in modern and jazz techniques, plus ballet, tap, and somatic practices
•Small class sizes with a 12:1 student-to-faculty ratio for individualized attention
•Fully accredited by the National Association of Schools of Theatre (NAST)
Performance & Productions
•Student performance opportunities include choreography showcases and the Fredonia Dance Ensemble
•Student-run dance company Orchesis produces large-scale spring productions
•Annual Merrins Fall Chamber Concert features student, faculty, and alumni choreography
•Collaboration opportunities with theatre students and faculty
Notable Alumni
•Adam Ali-Perez — Swing and Dance Captain on Broadway and national tours of Hamilton •Ilana Lieberman — Disney Cruise Line Mainstage Performer and Dance Captain; national tour of Miss Saigon (dual BFA Acting/BFA Dance) Professional Development
•Performance, choreography, teaching, arts administration, dance therapy, and dance science research
Facilities
•Guest artists have included Taylor 2 Dance Company, Rosy Simas, and Kista Tucker
•World-class training and performance facilities in the expanded Rockefeller Arts Center
