Dance (Theatre & Dance, Minor)
The Old Dominion University Dance Program engages students in a dynamic and transformative process of dance training, fostering curiosity, imagination, versatility and innovation. Through interdisciplinary learning, scholarly research and engagement with local and global communities, students experience dance on many levels helping them to think critically and live creatively as dance artists.
Dance (Theatre & Dance, Minor)
Description
What is Dance at ODU like?
The Old Dominion University Dance Program engages students in a dynamic and transformative process of dance training, fostering curiosity, imagination, versatility and innovation. Through interdisciplinary learning, scholarly research and engagement with local and global communities, students experience dance on many levels helping them to think critically and live creatively as dance artists.
Program Highlights
What makes Dance at ODU unique?
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With approximately 40 to 50 majors, students have many opportunities to perform and choreograph in multiple venues and concerts throughout their academic careers.
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Students thrive in an academic and social community within a program that is supportive and encouraging of diversity and innovation.
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Students interact with resident guest artists at least twice a year affording them the chance to experience art in the making, to network and form lasting bonds with dance professionals.
Careers
What are some careers in this field?
Check out these ideas from ODU Career Development Services and the Occupational Information Network (O*NET). A median salary is the midpoint of what people typically earn—half of those surveyed earned above the median salary, and half earned below.
Dancers
$17.70 per-hour
MEDIAN SALARY
Perform dances. May perform on stage, for on-air broadcasting, or for video recording.
Choreographers
$52,970
MEDIAN SALARY
Create new dance routines. Rehearse performance of routines. May direct and stage presentations.
Actors
$32.89 per-hour
MEDIAN SALARY
Play parts in stage, television, radio, video, motion picture productions, or other settings for entertainment, information, or instruction. Interpret serious or comic role by speech, gesture, and body movement to entertain or inform audience. May dance and sing.
Managers, All Other
$113,180
MEDIAN SALARY
All managers not listed separately.
Employers
Graduates from this major have gone to work at
Chicago Dance Crash, Disney, Tokyo Disney, Virginia Opera, TR Dance, Virginia Ballet Theater, Schools: Salem High School, Woodside Highschool, York County High School, Churchland High School, Old Donation Center for the Gifted and Talented, Governor’s School for the Arts
Courses
What are some courses offered in Dance at ODU?
DANC 361:
Hip Hop Dance and Culture 1
This course will explore hip hop dance and culture from several points of entry: movement, historical, political, aesthetic, sonic, and geographical. The historical focus of the course locates hip-hop dance as a personal, interactive, and cultural expression. Students will navigate through the evolution of hip hop dance and culture from its birthplace in the Bronx, NY through its development into a global phenomenon. The course will discuss the elements of hip hop culture: DJ, B-Boy/Girl, Graffiti Art, MC, and Beat Box, and how they intersect. Students will explore how hip-hop influences and is influenced by geopolitics, race, gender, and other social structures. Prerequisites: DANC 261.
DANC 330:
EXTREME MOVES(CONDITIONING FOR
This course explores the extended physical technique known as Extreme Moves. The Extreme Moves training method focuses on the body?s alignment with regard to how forces are present, how they act upon it, and how to build strength to resist or collaborate with these forces. Students will work with props such as large physio balls, elastic bands, mats and the wall in order to improve their core strength, balance, upper and lower body strength and alignments. Through physical practice, readings and videos, students will learn the conceptual framework for Extreme Moves. Prerequisite: Junior standing or permission of the instructor.
DANC 241:
Pilates Mat Class I
The Pilates method of body conditioning is an exercise system focused on improving flexibility and strength for the total body without building bulk. It is a series of controlled movements engaging the body and mind supervised by an extensively trained teacher. It promotes physical harmony and balance while providing a refreshing and energizing workout. Currently the Pilates method is used internationally by individuals at all levels of fitness as well as by dance companies, sports teams, fitness enthusiasts and physical therapists.
Requirements
What are the requirements to apply for Dance at ODU?
Students entering the Minor program in Dance should meet the minimum university admission requirements (Undergraduate Admission)
Cost
Tuition and Fees
Estimated rates for the 2022-23 academic year. Rates are subject to change. Anyone that is not a current Virginia resident will be charged non-resident rates. That includes international students.
Virginia Resident
Per Credit:
$ 374
Non-Resident
Per Credit:
$ 1,039
Active Duty Military Rate
Per Credit:
$ 250
Technology Delivered Courses Outside Virginia and/or the United States
Per Credit:
$ 407
Ways to Save
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Location:
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Email:
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International Admissions
Location:
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Phone Office:
757-683-3701
Fax:
757-683-3651
Email:
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Additional Programs
Are there other programs at ODU I may be interested in?
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