January 26, 2023 • School of Dance
The University of Arizona School of Dance recently had the opportunity to host a private audition with Creative Studios by Norwegian Cruise Lines, providing its students with a unique and […]
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Welcome to the Spring 2023 semester! The University of Arizona’s School of Dance is thriving and shifting into amazing horizons of excellence! I am thrilled to have my first semester […]
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The University of Arizona’s School of Dance has always been a hub of creativity and excellence, our faculty members are the driving force behind our success. In this update, we […]
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At the University of Arizona’s School of Dance, we are proud of our students’ passion and dedication to their craft. Our dance majors come from diverse backgrounds and have a […]
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The University of Arizona’s School of Dance is proud to announce the recent achievements of two of its graduate students, Arianna Aquino and Gabriel Speiller. Arianna Aquino is a […]
moreSeptember 7, 2022 • School of Dance
The University of Arizona bestowed choreographer Joe Tremaine with an Honorary Doctor of Fine Arts degree during the University Commencement ceremony at Arizona Stadium on May 13 Joe Tremaine is […]
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Dance alumna Erina Ueda (BFA ’21) has found success in her career at Giordano Dance Chicago (GDC). Ueda was born in Nagoya, Japan, and raised in Chandler, Arizona, and was […]
moreSeptember 7, 2022 • School of Dance
When you watch a performance presented by the School of Dance, you are watching next-level, professionals grace the stage. The dancers are strong, graceful, and powerful. They look like they […]
moreSeptember 7, 2022 • School of Dance
Jason’s nomination letter reads, “Jason is a unique and a beautifully creative artist. His level of artistry and creative research is advancing the boundaries of our artform. I have witnessed […]
moreSeptember 7, 2022 • School of Dance
In Mia’s nomination letter, Assistant Professor of Dance Christopher Compton states, “During her time at the University of Arizona, Mia has studied as a dual-degree student, obtaining her Bachelor of […]
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Hanson Film TV Institute, in collaboration with The University of Arizona School of Dance and College of Humanities' Africana Studies, presents a Black History Month screening of Khadifa Wong’s "Uprooted."
"Uprooted" is a feature-length documentary celebrating the history, lineage, and future progressions of jazz dance. The screening is free at the Stevie Eller Dance Theatre on Friday, Feb. 10 at 7p.
"This documentary will make you fall in love with jazz dance all over again." -- Dance Magazine
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This screening will be followed by a Q&A with the filmmakers Khadifa Wong (director), Matt Simpkins, and Laura Smyth.
With a stellar cast of leading industry experts, award-winning choreographers, and legendary performers, this ground-breaking documentary goes back to the roots in Africa and follows the evolution of this incredible dance form through every single decade and genre.
Exploring and commenting on political and social influences, the film addresses topics such as appropriation, racism, socialism and sexism.
“(Wong's) documentary offers an enriching corrective to the official story of jazz dance, taking it beyond its already fascinating and complex showbiz luster to profoundly political terrain.” -- Hollywood Reporter
With special appearances by Debbie Allen, George Faison, Chita Rivera, Camille A. Brown and Thomas F. DeFrantz and showcases the works of the Nicholas Brothers, Pepsi Bethel, Jack Cole, Katherine Dunham, Bob Fosse and Gene Kelly.
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News 4 Tucson - KVOA with BizTucson Magazine discuss the Arizona Arts scene at the The University of Arizona with College of Fine Arts Dean Andy Schulz and Arizona Arts Live's Chad Herzog.
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