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Sean Dorsey Dance: Trans-Friendly Movement Workshop

Sponsored by:
Performing Arts Series and Dance

This trans-friendly movement workshop is suitable for terrified beginners through all-levels and are led by Sean Dorsey and Sean Dorsey Dance company dancers. These classes and workshops are designed to be supportive of transgender, trans, non-binary, and gender-nonconforming bodies and creative expression. All-gender bathrooms are available.

This community class is free and open to anyone.

Mahaney Arts Center Dance Theatre

Free
Open to the Public
people dancing

Sean Dorsey Dance: Trans-Friendly Movement Workshop

Sponsored by:
Performing Arts Series and Dance

This trans-friendly movement workshop is suitable for terrified beginners through all-levels and are led by Sean Dorsey and Sean Dorsey Dance company dancers. These classes and workshops are designed to be supportive of transgender, trans, non-binary, and gender-nonconforming bodies and creative expression. All gender restrooms are available.

Open to public, but geared towards students, faculty, and staff.

Mahaney Arts Center Dance Theatre

Free
Open to the Public
People Dancing

The Joy of Dance: Expanding Presence and Connection

Sponsored by:
Dance
Join Meshi Chavez for a dynamic, hour-long movement class that combines the joy of a dance party with the power of mindful exploration. This session is open to both dancers and non-dancers and offers a blend of free movement and guided instruction. You will explore your body’s natural rhythms through improvisational exercises and connect with others and the space around you.

Preparation:
- Wear comfortable clothing suitable for movement.
- Bring layers to adjust for temperature changes.
- Bare feet are preferred; soft-soled indoor shoes are acceptable.

Mahaney Arts Center Dance Theatre

Free
Open to the Public
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Sean Dorsey Dance "The Lost Art of Dreaming"

Sponsored by:
Performing Arts Series and Dance

Sean Dorsey is an Emmy Award-winning choreographer, dancer, writer, educator, and activist. Long recognized as the U.S.’ first acclaimed transgender modern dance choreographer, Dorsey brings his newest work—and his explicitly trans-positive pedagogy—for his Performing Arts Series debut. The Lost Art of Dreaming is a full-evening fusion of full-throttle dance, intimate storytelling, intricate costuming, and exquisite queer partnering, all performed with Sean Dorsey Dance’s signature technical precision, guts, and deep humanity.

Mahaney Arts Center Dance Theatre

$25/20/10/5
Open to the Public
a group of dancers performing against a dark background

Sean Dorsey Dance "The Lost Art of Dreaming"

Sponsored by:
Performing Arts Series and Dance

Sean Dorsey is an Emmy Award-winning choreographer, dancer, writer, educator, and activist. Long recognized as the U.S.’ first acclaimed transgender modern dance choreographer, Dorsey brings his newest work—and his explicitly trans-positive pedagogy—for his Performing Arts Series debut. The Lost Art of Dreaming is a full-evening fusion of full-throttle dance, intimate storytelling, intricate costuming, and exquisite queer partnering, all performed with Sean Dorsey Dance’s signature technical precision, guts, and deep humanity.

Mahaney Arts Center Dance Theatre

$25/20/10/5
Open to the Public
People dancing

Dance Department Pizza & Audition

Sponsored by:
Dance
Audition for the fall dance concert- be a part of a student’s choreography.

Or if you’re new to the department, be a part of the newcomers piece choreographed by Dance Faculty Lida Winfield.

The Fall Dance Concert will be held on December 5th & 6th @ 7:30 pm.

Mahaney Arts Center Dance Theatre

Closed to the Public
Ballet dancers

INTERMEDIATE / ADVANCED Ballet with Barbara Doyle-Wilch

Sponsored by:
Dance

Classical Ballet technique in traditional ballet class structure. No pointe shoes, please. Each session is open to a maximum of 20 participants. PE credit is available once 8 classes have been attended.

Previous dance experience in any form is recommended.

Mahaney Arts Center Dance Studio

Free
Closed to the Public
Ballet dancers

INTERMEDIATE / ADVANCED Ballet with Barbara Doyle-Wilch

Sponsored by:
Dance

Classical Ballet technique in traditional ballet class structure. No pointe shoes, please. Each session is open to a maximum of 20 participants. PE credit is available once 8 classes have been attended.

Previous dance experience in any form is recommended.

Mahaney Arts Center Dance Studio

Free
Closed to the Public
Ballet dancers

INTERMEDIATE / ADVANCED Ballet with Barbara Doyle-Wilch

Sponsored by:
Dance

Classical Ballet technique in traditional ballet class structure. No pointe shoes, please. Each session is open to a maximum of 20 participants. PE credit is available once 8 classes have been attended.

Previous dance experience in any form is recommended.

Mahaney Arts Center Dance Studio

Free
Closed to the Public
Ballet dancers

INTERMEDIATE / ADVANCED Ballet with Barbara Doyle-Wilch

Sponsored by:
Dance

Classical Ballet technique in traditional ballet class structure. No pointe shoes, please. Each session is open to a maximum of 20 participants. PE credit is available once 8 classes have been attended.

Previous dance experience in any form is recommended.

Mahaney Arts Center Dance Studio

Free
Closed to the Public