The dance program is designed for students to: Express themselves creatively through dance composition and performance. Analyze and practice the ways the body is organized in relationship to multiple dance genres and somatic practices. Demonstrate knowledge of cultural, historical and theoretical perspectives on dance. Evaluate their own beliefs, biases, and assumptions of dance. Describe, analyze and interpret diverse artistic dance works. In addition to training in dance skills, each class is intended to achieve an in-depth perception and insight for dance through the practice of describing, and evaluating dance. Each student is encouraged to explore as many genres of dance as possible and trained to demonstrate increased coordination, balance and technical proficiency.

Dance program provides students with intellectual and practical experience in multiple genres of dance. We offer courses that both fulfill undergraduate general electives and transferable requirements to obtain a Bachelor Degree in a four-year institution. The Dance program is intended for students who desire a formal course of study in dance and is anchored by a progression of technical, historical and compositional courses in contemporary dance designed to prepare and enhance their abilities in communication, critical thinking and self-expression.

Dean of Performing Arts: Dr. Bernard Gibson
Phone: (805) 289-6121
Office: AEC-212

Department Chair of Performing Arts: Brent Wilson
Phone: 805-289-6279
Office: PAC-126

Full-Time Dance Faculty: Krenly Guzman Gonzalez
Phone: 805-289-6040
Office: PAC-145

Performing Arts Department Office
Phone: (805) 289-6040
Office: PAC-143

 

1. Express themselves creatively through dance composition and performance.
2. Analyze and practice the ways the body is organized in relationship to multiple dance genres and somatic practices.
3. Demonstrate knowledge of cultural, historical and theoretical perspectives on dance.
4. Evaluate their own beliefs, biases, and assumptions of dance.
5. Describe, analyze and interpret diverse artistic dance works.