AMDA Dance Programs

AMDA brings its history of professional excellence to two Dance Programs:

Two-Year Dance Conservatory Program

Bachelor of Fine Arts in Dance Theatre 

 

These programs have been created to immerse the student in a curriculum that will prepare the dancer for a professional standard at the highest level. The requirements of classical ballet, modern dance and Broadway repertoire will be covered and the student will be challenged in coursework taught by instructors with broad range and experience. The training will be inclusive and rigorous.

 

The AMDA Dance Department was first headed by Hanya Holm. Her work in the history of twentieth century dance is legendary. Her choreography in the original production of My Fair Lady was an iconic creation of Broadway history.

 

The tradition of perfectionism she established has been maintained and in that spirit, AMDA, for the first time, will be auditioning a limited number of dancers to be admitted.  Scholarship opportunities will be available to applicants with outstandingly high potential.

 

Two-Year Dance Conservatory Program

This program allows the dancer to continue to train rigorously in dance techniques and performances.  An emphasis on classical technique will be augmented by focused study in a variety of dance styles and disciplines. The program will prepare the ambitious dancer with the basic training expected in the demanding art of dance while allowing for additional training in acting and voice.

 

Click Here for Two-Year Program Outline and Course Descriptions (PDF)

 

Bachelor of Fine Arts in Dance Theatre

AMDA’s Bachelor of Fine Arts in Dance Theatre immerses the student in a curriculum that provides the strongest foundation for a career in a multitude of professional dance performance opportunities.  Training is demanding and rigorous.  An emphasis on classical technique is complimented by focused studies in a variety of dance styles and disciplines.  Coursework expands training beyond dance to include acting, voice, improvisation, and other essential performance skills. Academic coursework is designed specifically for the performing artist, where every class relates to the life of a working dancer, actor, and/or singer.

Click Here for BFA Program Outline and Course Descriptions (PDF)

  

Dance Audition Requirements:

AMDA will be auditioning dancers for possible admittance to the Dance program.  Video auditions will be accepted for students unable to attend an audition.

 
Audition Requirements
BFA in Dance Theatre · Two-Year Dance Conservatory: 
 - Applicants will prepare a solo piece 60-90 seconds in length in the style of their choice.  
 - Applicants will be taught, learn and perform two contrasting combinations which may include (but are not limited to) any variety of styles such as: Classical Ballet, Modern, Jazz, Tap, Contemporary, or Broadway.  Applicants must bring all appropriate dance shoes and attire and provide a CD accompaniment for the solo piece.