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Rider University

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Admissions
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Training
Dance Performance course of study includes applied studio, theory, history, choreography, improvisation, repertory, somatics, Pilates, pedagogy, and capstone work
Incoming students are pre-placed into appropriate Ballet, Modern, and contemporary dance levels
Curriculum grounds dancers in contemporary, ballet, jazz, tap, hip hop, vogueing, breaking, and other global dance practices
Performance & Productions
Rider Dances repertory and production coursework gives students repeated performance experience
Students work with professional dance artists annually to create and perform original pieces
Professional Development
Physical therapist support helps students address injury prevention and dancer wellness
New York City and Philadelphia proximity connects students to major dance scenes while staying on a traditional campus

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