Classical & Contemporary Dance
Express yourself through movement and choreography
Program Overview
CoSA's Classical and Contemporary Dance conservatory focuses on training in concert dance techniques—ballet and contemporary dance—and developing creative artistry and skills in choreography. The heart of the program is composition and improvisation, the experience of being a practicing artist.
Students create their own work with guidance from the faculty by exploring diverse styles that are interesting to them. Our dancers develop both technical precision and artistic expression while exploring a wide range of movement styles and choreographic approaches.
Guest artists regularly create or reset dances with CoSA's dance students, giving them the opportunity to work from many different professional approaches. Students are provided with a spectrum of dance instruction that includes cultural styles from around the world, and ancient dance forms up to the latest trends in dance.
Dance Styles
In addition to core ballet and contemporary techniques, our students explore:
- Flamenco
- Hip Hop
- Tap
- Jazz
- Cultural dance forms from around the world
Program Highlights
A key component of the conservatory program is assessment by a jury of faculty and professionals at the end of each semester. Each jury is aligned to the conservatory's benchmarks for dance achievement (evidence of technical skills) and performance (both solo and ensemble).
Choreography & Composition
Develop your unique artistic voice through guided exploration of choreographic techniques and improvisation.
Technical Training
Rigorous daily training in ballet and contemporary techniques to build a strong technical foundation.
Performance Opportunities
Perform in two major dance concerts each year on the Main Stage, plus additional community events.
Guest Artists
Work directly with professional choreographers and dancers who bring diverse perspectives and approaches.
Academic & Artistic Development
Our comprehensive program includes academic studies that complement studio training:
- Dance history, theory, and criticism
- Nutrition for dancers
- Dance cultures of the world
- Field trips to professional performances
- Internship opportunities
All training takes place in one of two state-of-the-art dance studios, providing students with professional-level facilities to support their development.
Career Pathways
Performance
- Company Dancer
- Commercial Dancer
- Musical Theatre Performer
- Dance for Film & Television
Choreography & Direction
- Choreographer
- Artistic Director
- Movement Director
- Dance Cinematographer
Education & Wellness
- Dance Educator
- Dance Therapist
- Dance Medicine Specialist
- Arts Administrator
Ready to Begin Your Dance Journey?
Apply to our Classical & Contemporary Dance conservatory to develop your technique, explore choreography, and prepare for a professional career in dance.