School of Dance Current Season

School of Dance

School of Dance Current Season

2022-23 Dance Performance Season

PERFORMANCE DATES LOCATION

Fall Dance
A showcase for the contemporary program features students at all levels of work with distinguished faculty and guest choreographers including UNCSA alum Robert Gosnell, Amiya Burrell(opens in new tab), Pear Ann Conway, UNCSA faculty Kira Blazek-Ziaii and more.

Sept. 26, 7:30 p.m.
Sept. 27, 7:30 p.m.
Sept. 28, 7:30 p.m.
Sept. 29, 7:30 p.m.
Sept. 30, 2 p.m.
Sept. 30, 7:30 p.m.
Agnes de Mille Theatre

Emerging Choreographers
The School of Dance presents the original work of senior undergraduate student choreographers as they flex their creative muscles, showcasing innovative work from the next generation of dance makers.

Nov. 14, 7:30 p.m.
Nov. 15, 7:30 p.m.
Nov. 16, 7:30 p.m.
Nov. 17, 7:30 p.m.
Nov. 18, 2 p.m.
Nov. 18, 7:30 p.m.

Agnes de Mille Theatre

The Nutcracker
For the first time ever, “The Nutcracker” will be presented at the Steven Tanger Performing Arts Center, as its historic home, the Stevens Center in Winston-Salem, begins its long-anticipated renovation.

The ballet features hundreds of UNCSA students who are the dancers, musicians, theater designers and technicians who bring this beloved holiday tradition to life. Ilya Kozadayev’s original choreography captivates and delights audiences of all ages as this fantastical winter wonderland unfolds against the lighthearted melodies of Tchaikovsky’s enchanting score, performed live by the UNCSA Symphony Orchestra. 

Dec. 7, 7:30 p.m.
Dec 8, 7:30 p.m.
Dec. 9, 10 a.m.
Dec. 9, 7:30 p.m.
Dec. 10, 2 p.m.

Steven Tanger Performing Arts Center

Winter Dance
In celebration of Black History Month, the School of Dance presents premiere works by prominent choreographers of color. The talents of students from both the contemporary and ballet programs will be on full display in what is guaranteed to be a show-stopping event.

Feb. 29, 7:30 p.m.
Mar. 1, 7:30 p.m.
Mar. 2, 7:30 p.m.
Mar. 3, 2 p.m.
Mar. 3, 7:30 p.m.

Freedman Theatre

Spring Dance
Contemporary premieres from UNCSA alumni, along with two classical works, comprise the brilliant final concert of the 2023-24 School of Dance season, with students from both the ballet and contemporary programs performing.

Apr. 25, 7:30 p.m.
Apr. 26, 7:30 p.m.
Apr. 27, 2 p.m.
Apr. 27, 7:30 p.m.
High Point Theatre