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University  at  Buffalo  

Dance  Department  Handbook  

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University  at  Buffalo  Dance  Handbook  2015-­‐2016  Edition    

Compiled  By:  Jennifer  N.  Apter  ’15  &  Katherine  M.  Wawrzaszek  ‘16  

2015-­‐2016  Directors  

Director  of  Dance:  Jeanne  Fornarola  

Zodiaque  Artistic  Director:  Tom  Ralabate  

Zodiaque  Managing  Director:  Tressa  Gorman-­‐Crehan  

Zodiaque  Dance  Ensemble:  Kerry  Ring  

Emerging  Choreographers  Showcase:  Melanie  Aceto  

Digital  Poetry:  Kerry  Ring  and  Loss  Glazier  (Media  Studies)  

Dancers  Workshop:  Talia  Putrino  ’16  and  Haley  Bjorn  ‘17  

Student  Representatives:  Evanmatthew  Stewart  ’16  Madison  Dixon  ’17  Sarah  Lester  ‘18  

The  UB  Dance  Handbook  has  been  created  to  help  incoming  freshmen  as  well  as  current  dance  majors  stay  on  track  and  become  involved  in  the  department.    In  it  you  will  find  information  on  expectations,  requirements,  performance  and  choreographic  opportunities,  internships,  intensives.    Also  included  is  information  on  health  and  wellness,  things  to  do  in  the  area  and  helpful  tips  to  make  your  years  at  UB  go  as  smoothly  as  possible.  

With  the  creation  of  this  handbook  and  its  convenient,  online  accessibility,  students  are  expected  to  print  out  the  forms  in  this  handbook  as  they  become  necessary  (ie.  applications,  letter  of  recommendation  request  forms,  class  observation  and  make-­‐up  forms,  etc.)  and  bring  them  to  class.    It  may  be  helpful  to  keep  extras  in  your  bag  with  you  as  these  forms  will  no  longer  be  supplied  in  the  studios.  

Jen  and  Katie  

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Table  of  Contents  

 

Credits,  How  to  use  the  Handbook,  Directors………………………………………………………...p.  2    

Studio  Space  Policy  and  Etiquette…………………………………………………………………………..p.  5  

Required  Performances  and  Box  Office  Procedure…………………….……………………..……p.  7  

Dance  Major  in  Good  Standing  ……………………………………………………………………………...p.  8  

Dance  Major  Supply  Kit…………………………………………………………………………………………..p.  9  

B.F.A.  Requirements,  Letter  of  Intent  and  Application…………………………………..……….p.  11      

Performance  and  Choreography  Policies……………………………………………………………..…p.  14  

THD  Statement  and  University  at  Buffalo  Policies…………………………………………………..p.  20    

Friday  Forum,  Description,  Sign  In…………………………………………………………..……………..p.  21  

Student  Representatives………………………………………………………………………………………..p.  22  

Undergraduate  Grade  Guideline  for  Dance………………………………………….…………….....p.  23  

Digital  Poetry  and  Dance…………………………………………………………………………………….….p.  25  

Infinity  Dance  Project…………………………………………………………………………………………….p.  26  

Dancer’s  Workshop  Mission  Statement…………………………………………………………………p.  27  

Student  Assistant  to  the  Director…………………………………………………………………….…...p.  28  

Undergraduate  Teaching  Assistant…………………………………………………..…………………..p.  30  

Bridging  Communities  through  Dance…………..………………………………………………………p.31  

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Requesting  a  Letter  of  Recommendation…………………………………………………………...p.  32  

Wellness………………………………………………………………………………………………………..……p.  33  

Places  We  Like  to  Eat……………………………………………………………………………………..…..p.  35  

Check  out  the  Buffalo  Dance  Scene…………………………………………………………..………..p.  37  

Medical  Needs  ……………………………………………………………………………………………………p.  38  

Taxi  information………………………………………………………………………………………….………p.  38  

Make-­‐up  Forms  …………………………………………………………………………………………..........p.  40  

Class  Observation  Form…………………………………………………………………………….…………p.  41  

BFA  Performance  Request  Form…………………………………………………………………….…...p.  42  

Letter  of  Recommendation  request  form…………………………………………………….………p.  43  

BFA  Application  Form……………………………………………………………………………..……………p.  44  

Infinity  Dance  Project  Application………………………………………………………………………..p.  45  

UTA  Form………………………..………………………………………………………………………………..…p.  46  

ECS  Application  Form…………………………………………………………………………………..………p.  47  

Scholarships  and  Awards……………………………………………………………………………..………p.  51  

Alumni  Career  Survey………………………………………………………………………………………....p.  53  

 

 

 

 

 

   

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 Space  Policy      A  space  schedule  will  be  created  each  week  outlining  when  and  where  rehearsals  are  being  held.  The  schedule  will  be  posted  outside  the  dance  studios  on  Fridays  for  the  upcoming  week  and  will  be  updated  weekly.  

Space  can  be  reserved  by  and  for  Dance  Majors  or  THD  majors  currently  enrolled  in  dance  courses.  

Dance  Studios  82  and  84  

Reserving  Space:  

1. After  all  performance  rehearsals  are  assigned,  available  space  is  allocated  on  a  first  come,  first  serve  basis.  

2. Students  desiring  space  should  sign  up  by  writing  their  name  in  the  time  slot  on  the  schedule  in  pencil.  

3. Free  space  should  be  reserved  in  half  hour/1  hour  increments  only  and  shared  among  students  if  possible.  

4. If  a  studio  key  is  needed  contact  the  senior  class  rep.  

5. Students  do  not  have  access  to  the  stereo  system.  Please  bring  your  own  speakers.  

Securing  the  Space:  

1. The  spaces  will  be  open  and  pre-­‐locked  for  the  first  rehearsal  on  weekends.  The  doors  will  already  be  opened  and  pre-­‐locked  during  the  week.  

2. Arrive  10  minutes  before  your  reserved  rehearsal  to  insure  that  the  door  will  be  unlocked.  

3. If  the  rehearsal  following  yours  is  not  there  within  5  minutes  from  the  schedule  time,  you  are  free  to  leave;  be  certain  to  close  the  pre-­‐locked  door.    

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4. The  last  rehearsal  scheduled  is  responsible  for  closing  and  securing  the  pre-­‐locked  door.  

 

Canceling  Space:    

Cancel  space  as  soon  as  you  are  aware  that  you  cannot  use  that  space  even  if  it  means  making  a  special  trip  to  the  studio.    

Cancel  space  by  erasing  your  name.    You  may  also  post  in  the  UB  Dance  Facebook  page  to  notify  students  but  your  name  must  be  erased.    Posting  on  Facebook  does  not  qualify    

Summer  Space  Use      

Dance  studio  space  can  be  reserved  by  and  for  current  UB  Dance  Majors  Only  

 Dance  studio  space  is  available  from  9:00am  –  4:00pm  Mon  –  Fri.  

1. Pencil  your  name  in  on  the  space  sheet  posted  outside  the  studios  for  the  time  slot  that  you  would  like  space.  

2. Call  or  email  Cindy  or  Katie  to  arrange  a  time  to  pick  up  the    studio  key  on  the  day  of  your  rehearsal.  *  Please  present  your  UB  ID  when  you  pick  up  the  key.  

Cindy  Guido  (645-­‐6891,  cvguido@buffalo.edu)  

 Katie  Mallinson  (645-­‐6318,  kamallin@buffalo.edu)  

3. At  the  end  of  your  rehearsal,  lock  and  secure  the  space  before  returning  the  key  to  the  office.    

Studio  Etiquette  and  Expectations  

• Because  of  the  expense  and  sensitivity  of  the  sound  system,  there  is    a  zero  tolerance  policy  for  anyone  in  breach  of  this  rule.  

•  If  opening  a  closet,  make  sure  it  is  locked  again  and  that  the  key  is  returned  to  the  professor  • No  food  or  drink  in  the  studio.  Do  not  leave  water  bottles  (or  anything  else)  on  or  near  the  

piano  • Take  off  shoes  before  entering  the  studio  so  as  not  to  track  dirt  and  salt  into  the  studios  • Take  care  in  personal  hygiene  so  that  hair  and  nail  clippings  are  not  left  around  the  studio  • Pick  up  any  garbage  when  you  leave.  • If  you  see  the  studios  are  getting  dirty,  clean  them.    

 

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REQUIRED  PERFORMANCES  2015-­‐16    LehrerDance  with  10,000  Maniacs  Sat  Oct  3rd,  2015  8:00  pm  M&T  Bank  Dance  Series  

Compania  Flamenco  Jose  Porcel  Mon  Oct  19th,  2015  7:30  pm  M&T  Bank  Dance  Series  

Fiesta  Mexico-­‐Americana:  Los  Lobos  with  Ballet  Folklorico  Mexicano  Thu  Mar  3rd,  2016  7:30  pm  M&T  Bank  Dance  Series  

Moscow  Festival  Ballet  in  "Giselle"  Wed  Apr  13th,  2016  7:30  pm  M&T  Bank  Dance  Series  

Koresh  Dance  Company  Fri  Apr  15th,  2016  8:00  pm  M&T  Bank  Dance  Series  

The  Rite  of  Spring  -­‐  New  Date  Thu  Apr  21st,  2016  7:30  pm  

Box  Office  Procedure  

Majors  are  required  to  all  performances  the  M&T  Dance  Series  as  an  important  part  of  their  dance  education  at  UB.  Each  semester  the  required  performances  are  listed  in  each  syllabus.    Purchase  tickets  at  the  CFA  Box  Office,  and  the  Box  Office  sales  person  will  write  down  the  number  of  the  ticket  as  proof  for  each  your  ticket  purchase.  

Please  note  that  missing  a  required  performance  counts  as  an  absence  for  every  Dance  Course  you  are  enrolled.    If  you  are  ushering,  working  practicum,  or  performing  in  the  required  show,  you  are  not  required  to  buy  a  ticket  but  must  still  check  in  at  the  box  office.    If  you  received  a  comp  ticket  from  a  faculty  member,  email  Jeanne  right  away  so  she  can  note  that  you  receive  credit  for  attending.    

 

 

 

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In  order  to  remain  a  Dance  Major  in  good  standing  all  majors  must  meet  the  following  criteria  each  semester:  

• GPA  2.0  overall  &  GPA  2.5  in  the  Dance  Major  • Attend  Dance  Hall  Meetings  so  you  are  kept  informed  of  events  and  procedures  • Attend  four  Friday  Forum  classes  of  your  choice  (this  does  not  include  WIPS  or  Dance  

Hall)  • Attend  WIPS  if  you  are  in  a  work  scheduled  to  be  shown  that  day  • Maintain  a  positive  and  respectful  attitude  • Work  hard  in  and  outside  class  to  improve  technical  achievement,  academic  standing  

and  optimal  health  • Communicate  with  faculty  and  other  students  in  a  pro-­‐active  and  constructive  way  • Demonstrate  dedication,  commitment  and  passion  in  all  areas  of  your  UB  Dance  

education  • Demonstrate  enthusiasm,  and  positive  energy  in  each  class,  rehearsal  and  

performance  • Support  other  dancers  in  the  major  and  mentor  and  guide  underclassmen  in  a  positive  

way  • When  possible,  volunteer  to  support  dance  department  events  including  Incoming  

Freshmen  Auditions,  Spring  Basket  Raffle,  Bigs  and  Littles,  guest  artists  and  residencies  

• Demonstrate  punctuality  for  all  classes,  rehearsals  and  performance  calls  • Demonstrate  emotional  maturity  and  meet  the  physical  demands  of  the  UB  Dance  

Major  

GRADING  OF  ASSIGNMENTS  Students  are  evaluated  on  their  mastery  of  language  arts  skills.  The  student  who  meets  all  course  requirements  should  expect  to  receive  a  grade  appropriate  to  his/her  level  of  mastery.  

An  "A"  student:    1.  Demonstrates  maturity  and  originality  of  thought  reflected  by  the  ability  to  analyze  synthesize  and  evaluate.  2.  Sustains  the  development  of  a  point  or  idea  over  the  length  of  the  assignment.  

3.  Uses  organized  paragraphs  and  transitional  devices.  4.  Makes  conventional  use  of  capitalization  and  punctuation.  5.  Uses  consistently  the  grammar,  syntax  and  spelling  of  Standard  English,  with  particular  attention  to  sentence  structure  and  to  agreement  between  subjects,  verbs,  pronouns  and  antecedents.  

• A  "B"  student's  written  work  shows  proficiency  in  four  of  the  above  criteria.  • A  "C"  student's  written  work  shows  proficiency  in  three  of  the  above  criteria.  • A  "D"  student's  written  work  shows  proficiency  in  two  of  the  above  criteria.  • An  "F"  student  fails  

 

 

 

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UB  Dance  Major  Supply  Kit  

UB  dance  majors  are  expected  to  own  (or  purchase  as  needed)  the  below  items  considered  staples  to  a  career  in  dance.    When  needed,  all  items  must  be  in  performance  quality  condition.  

Undergarments  –  Women  

• Nude  camisole  leotard    • Nude  body  stocking  

Undergarments  –  Men  

• Black  dance  belt,  Nude  dance  belt  Leotards  and  Tights  -­‐  Women  

• Ballet  pink  tights  • Black  tank  leotard  (camisole  accepted)  

Leotards  and  Tights  -­‐  Men  

• Black  tank  leotard  • Black  tights  

Pants  and  Tops  -­‐  Women  

• Long  black  jazz  pants  (straight  leg,  matte)  • Black  dance  shorts  (medium  length)  • Black  capri-­‐length  leggings    

Pants  and  Tops  -­‐  Men  

• Long  black  jazz  pants  (straight  leg,  matte)  • Black  dance  shorts  (medium  length)  • Black  fitted  short  sleeve  t-­‐shirt  (crew  neck)  • White  fitted  short  sleeve  t-­‐shirt  (crew  neck)  

Footwear  (men  and  women)  

• Black  jazz  shoes  (slip  on,  no  tie)  • Tan  jazz  shoes  (slip  on,  no  tie)  • Ballet  pink  ballet  slippers  (women)  • Black  ballet  slippers  (men)  • Character  shoes  (women)  

 

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Choreography  Supplies  

• Portable  studio  speaker  • Video  recording  device  

Miscellaneous  

• Theraband  • Foot  tape  • Band  aids  and  basic  personal  first  aid  supplies  • Personal  ice  pack  (labeled  with  your  name)  • Jazz  sneakers  for  compromised  feet      • *You  must  have  an  ice  pack  with  your  name  on  it  in  the  freezer  in  Studio  84  in  case  of  an  

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Department  of  Theatre  &  Dance  

Departmental  BFA  Policy  for  Participation  in  Productions  Outside  of  the  Department’s  Season    

All  BFA  students  must  audition/apply  for  the  department’s  season  and  make  themselves  available  for  casting/production  assignments.  The  faculty  develops  the  department’s  season  with  the  student  population  in  mind.    

UB  students  often  receive  offers  of  roles  and  production  positions  outside  the  department’s  season.    The  department  recognizes  the  value  of  this  experience  and  must  balance  this  against  the  artistic  development  of  each  student.  For  this  reason,  no  BFA  student  may  accept  an  outside  production  or  performance  opportunity  (student  or  professional)  during  the  academic  year  without  first  applying  for  and  receiving  approval  from  the  chair,  relevant  program  director  and  production  supervisors.    

Any  BFA  student  wishing  to  work  outside  of  the  department’s  season  must  submit  a  current  DARS  report  and  a  letter  of  intent  for  consideration  to  the  chair,  relevant  program  director  and  production  supervisors.  Production  supervisors  include  the  directors  and  company  directors  who  have  productions  during  the  semester  in  which  the  waiver  is  requested.  

The  letter  of  intent  is  to  include:  

□ a  description  of  the  role  or  production  position  □ the  venue  and  producing  organization  □ the  name  and  contact  information  for  the  student’s  director/supervisor  □ a  complete  rehearsal  and  performance  schedule  

   

The  chair,  relevant  program  director  and  production  supervisors  shall  consider  the  educational  needs  of  the  student  and  the  professional  opportunity  provided.  To  be  considered  for  a  waiver,  the  student  must  have  an  overall  GPA  of  over  2.5  and  a  departmental  GPA  of  over  3.0,  as  well  as  a  minimum  2.5  average  from  the  previous  semester.    Any  student  applying  for  a  waiver  must  have  completed  all  tech/crew  requirements  for  the  major  before  the  production  goes  into  rehearsal.  

 

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Requirements  for  BFA    Dance  -­‐  Performance  Program  

1. Prerequisites  for  Application:  • Approved  BFA  majors:  Must  have  completed  all  Level  2  technique  classes  and  must  be  

currently  registered  in  Level  3  technique  classes.    

2.    Maintenance  of  required  grade  average:  

• Overall  minimum  grade  average  of  2.5  must  be  maintained  to  enter  and  stay  in  degree  program.  

• A  minimum  3.0  average  is  required  in  all  departmental  courses.  • A  minimum  2.5  average  is  required  from  previous  semester  to  participate  in  any  

departmental  performances  and  projects.  3.    Overall  work  within  Department:  

• Attendance  at  Friday  Forum  as  outlined  on  syllabi  • Positive  faculty,  student  and  peer  interaction.  Good  work  ethic  and  follow-­‐through.  

4.    BFA  –  Dance  Performance  and  audition  requirements:  

• Attendance  at  all  dance  auditions  and  availability  for  all  dance  productions.  • Minimum  of  3  performance  requirements.  • BFA  students  cannot  accept  outside  artistic  commitments  without  written  approval  of  

the  Dance  Faculty.  •  

Failure  to  adhere  to  these  standards  will  result  in  removal  from  the  BFA  degree  program.  

Application  and  Audition  Requirements  

1. Complete  the  application  form.        

2. Letter  of  Intent  with  10  copies.    Due  March  1  in  Jeanne’s  Mailbox    Letter  should  state  the  personal  and  professional  reasons  the  student  wants  to  participate  in  this  program.  

3.        Two  references  with  contact  information.    One  reference  should  be  a  personal  reference  from  outside  the  department.    One  name  should  be  a  Dance  reference  from  within  the  department.  

 

 

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Audition  Requirements  

1.        Must  attend  and  participate  in  all  scheduled  auditions  

• All  decisions  are  made  by  dance  faculty,  governed  by  the  Dance  Faculty  Standards  Committee.  Listed  below  is  the  sequence  for  dismissal.      

• WARNING  STATUS  –  Student  will  be  given,  in  writing,  a  set  of  individual  guidelines  for  improvement.  If  guidelines  are  met  after  one  semester,  students  will  be  returned  to  Good  Standing.      

• PROBATION  STATUS  –Student  will  be  placed  on  Probation  Status  at  the  end  of  the  following  semester  if  guidelines  are  not  met.  If  guidelines  are  met  after  this  semester,  student  may  be  returned  to  Good  Standing,  reduced  to  Warning  or  remain  on  Probation.  A  student  may  not  be  on  probation  for  more  than  two  semesters  (automatic  dismissal  from  program)  

o No  performance/choreographic  work  of  any  type  within  the  department  is  allowed.  

o All  audition  requirements  must  still  be  met.      

• DISMISSAL-­‐  removal  from  degree  program  if  the  guidelines  for  improvement  have  not  been  met.  

o All  students  wishing  to  be  re-­‐instated  into  the  degree  program  must  meet  with  the  Dance  Faculty  Standards  Committee.  o BFA  students  must  re-­‐submit  a  Letter  of  Intent  and  re-­‐audition  for  program.    

 

                       

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DANCE  PERFORMANCE  and  CHOREOGRAPHY  POLICIES    Performance  

Zodiaque  and  Zodiaque  Dance  Ensemble    

• Zodiaque  members  may  only  perform  in  one  other  departmental*  performance  in  the  fall  semester.  

• Zodiaque  and  ZDE  company  members  may  only  be  in  one  other  departmental*  performance  during  the  spring  semester.      

• Non-­‐senior  company  members  can  only  be  involved  in  one  capacity  in  Dancers  Workshop,  as  choreographer,  performer  or  director;  seniors  can  be  involved  in  two  capacities.  

• Freshmen  in  ZDE  may  only  be  cast  in  two  works.    

 

Emerging  Choreographers  Showcase  (ECS)  

• Freshmen  can  only  be  cast  in  one  work.  • All  sophomore  and  junior  Zodiaque  dancers  can  only  be  involved  in  one  work,  as  

choreographer  or  performer.    • ECS  choreographers  can  only  be  cast  in  one  work    • All  other  dance  majors  may  be  cast  in  two  works    

 

CHOREOGRAPHY  POLICIES  

Zodiaque  

• Current  UB  students  will  not  choreograph  for  Zodiaque.  

Zodiaque  Dance  Ensemble    • Invited  UB  student  choreographers  for  ZDE’s  spring  concert  may  not  choreograph  for  Dancer's  

Workshop.  • Student  choreographers  must  have  taken  Creative  Movement  and  Choreography  1  and  be  

currently  enrolled  in  Choreography  2  –or  already  have  taken  Choreography  2.  Emerging  Choreographers  Showcase  (ECS)  

• Student  choreographers  must  have  taken  Creative  Movement  and  Choreography  1  or  be  currently  enrolled  in  Choreography  1.      Choreography  2  is  strongly  suggested.  

 

 

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GRADE  POINT  AVERAGE  

• A  minimum  overall  GPA  of  2.5  and  a  minimum  dance  major  GPA  of  3.0  is  required  from  the  previous  semester  to  maintain  good  standing  and  to  participate  in  company  performances.  Members  considered  at  risk  (failing  dance  courses  yet  retaining  a  2.5)  will  be  dropped  from  pieces  to  reduce  your  performance  load.    

As  per  Theatre  &  Dance  policy,  outside  performance  commitments  by  company  members  and  BFA  students  must  be  approved  by  the  dance  program  director,  company  director,  and  BFA  Faculty  Standards  Committee  before  accepting  work  outside  the  department.      

*Departmental  shows  are  faculty  run  and  are  for  credit.  Choreographing  for  ECS  or  ZDE  counts  as  a  performance  in  a  departmental  show.    

THD  Statement:  Training  and  study  in  theater  and  dance  occasionally  involves  material  that  can  be  personally  disturbing,  even  offensive.    This  could  include  issues  of  gender,  race,  sexuality,  religion  and  various  moral  concerns.    Trust  is  an  essential  aspect  of  all  learning  environments,  especially  environments  requiring  experiential  forms  of  instruction.  If  anything  occurs  that  you  feel  is  inappropriate  or  compromises  trust,  please  feel  free  to  discuss  these  feelings  with  the  instructor,  the  department  chair,  or  any  faculty  or  staff  member  with  whom  you  feel  comfortable.  

 

ZODIAQUE  DANCE  COMPANY  

ZODIAQUE  DANCE  ENSEMBLE  

SYLLABUS  –  THD  337  &  338  (ZDC),  340  (ZDE)  

ZODIAQUE  DANCE  COMPANY    http://www.theatredance.buffalo.edu/zodiaque  

Company  weekly  required  time  commitment:  

M  &  W  4  –  7  pm  (Company  Class/Rehearsals/Meetings)  

*Fri.  3:00  –  8:30  pm  Scheduled  rehearsals  when  needed  

*Sat.  9:30  am  -­‐  8:30  pm  lunch  and  dinner  breaks  slotted  

*Sun.  12:00  pm  –  8:00  pm  dinner  break  slotted      

10  minute  break  between  rehearsals  and  changing  choreographers  

Short  breaks  given  when  needed  during  rehearsals    

*Guest  Artist  rehearsals  often  demand  adjustment  in  these  times    

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ZODIAQUE  DANCE  ENSEMBLE  17th  Season  

Company  weekly  required  time  commitment:  

T  &  TH  4:30  –  7:30  pm  (Company  Class/  Meetings)  

Company  Mission  Statement:    Rooted  in  a  tradition  of  dance  excellence  founded  by  Linda  Swiniuch  in  1973,  and  comprised  with  artistic  diversity  of  faculty  and  student  backgrounds,  talent  and  experiences,  we  seek  to  share  valuable  educational  knowledge  and  professional  experiences  -­‐  to  develop  intelligent  resourceful  working  artists  that  promote  the  fullest  understanding  of  dance  and  its  respectful  place  in  art  and  culture.      

Welcome   to   Zodiaque   Dance   Company   and   Zodiaque   Dance   Ensemble.     These   companies   are   pre-­‐professional  education/training/performance  programs.      ZDC  and  ZDE  are  not  any  ONE  kind  of  group.    Their   range   includes   modern,   contemporary,   jazz,   tap,   traditional,   classical,   experimental,   popular,  abstract,  and  dramatic  dance  etc.    It  is  essential  to  everyone’s  growth  as  artists  that  choreographers  are  free   to  work  with  open-­‐minded,  disciplined,   and   receptive  dancers.    Narrow   thinking   is   destructive   in  any   field,   especially   the   arts.     Discipline   and   risk   taking   are   fundamental   to   the   arts   process.    Mutual  courtesy,  respect,  support,  and  energy  are  required  of  EVERYONE  in  EVERYTHING  we  do.    

Learning  Outcomes  and  Method  of  Assessment  

Outcomes   Assessment  

Professional  Preparation  for  the  field  of  concert  dance  and  other  performance  venues:  

• Experience  a  company  setting  on  a  professional  level  

• Development  and  proficiency  in  technique  and  performance    

• Artistic  maturity  and  sensibilities  to  personal  artistic  wellness  on  a  physical  and  emotional  level  

• Development  and  proficiency  in  movement  aesthetics  and  musicality  

• Versatility  and  performance  in  a  wide  range  of  techniques  and  styles  

• Experience  the  work  of  other  master  choreographers/teachers  

• Solidification  of  one’s  dance  identity  

Observation  of  technical  measures,  observation  of  performances,  verbal  assessments,  assessment  rubrics,  video  analysis,  faculty  and  student  individual  discussions,  guest  choreographers  and  faculty  feedback.    

 

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POLICIES/REQUIREMENTS    

• All  artistic  decisions  are  made  by  company/ensemble  directors/faculty  in  consultation  with  the  Artistic  Director.      

• Mandatory  attendance  is  required  at  all   rehearsals.    There  are  no  excused  rehearsals  from  the  start  of  the  choreographic  process  to  the  finished  performance.    In  the  event  of  an  unexpected  absence   from   a   Zodiaque   rehearsal,   you  must   both   e-­‐mail   and  make   telephone   contact   with  Tressa   Crehan,  Managing   Director,   and   your   choreographer.       For   ZDE   contact   Director   Anne  Burnidge   and   your   choreographer.     Please   do   not   ask   faculty   or   guest   choreographers   for  permission  to  be  excused  from  a  rehearsal.      There  are  no  excused  absences  from  rehearsals  due  to  auditions,  work,  or   free-­‐lance  opportunities.     If   you  are  not   scheduled   to   rehearse,  you  are  free   to   attend   an   audition.     No   arrangement   to   scheduling   will   be  made   because   of   outside  auditions,  work  commitments  or  free-­‐lance  opportunities.  

• Zodiaque   and   Zodiaque   Dance   Ensemble   classes,   rehearsals,   performances,   or   meetings   take  precedence   over   other   performance   commitments   and   other   auditions.       Not   to   risk   injury,  outside  commitments  cannot  take  place  during  the  preparation  or  run  of  a  concert.    Once  the  concert  is  closed,  dancers  are  encouraged  to  seek  out  networking  opportunities/auditions.    For  all  outside  performance  activity,  company  members  and  BFA  students  must  be  approved  by  the  BFA  Faculty  Standards  Committee  and  dance  program  directors.      This  is  a  Department  policy.    

• During   company   performance   and   technical   rehearsal   dates,   company   members   must   cease  rehearsals   for   other   performances,   the   exception   being   an   open   day   with   no   scheduled  performance/rehearsal  and  Saturday  &  Sunday  where  minimal  rehearsals  may  take  place.      

• Dance   Performance   Aesthetics:   Company  members  must   demonstrate   appropriate   physicality  based   on   professional   dance   performance   aesthetics.     Company   performers   not  meeting   the  expected   aesthetic   or   conditioned   look   for   your   body   type   will   meet   with   the   directors   and  faculty   to   help   promote   wellness   and   be   provided   with   resources   to   seek   help.     The   main  concern   is  your  health  and   that  you  work  at  your   fullest  potential   to  develop  as  a  performing  artist.     If   the  dancer  does  not  meet  expectations  by  choosing   to   ignore  suggested  help  after  a  consultation   and   time   given   to   correct   the   situation   concerning   body   image,   the   dancer   will  forfeit   the  privilege  of   performing   and  be  dismissed   from  membership   in   the   company.       The  issue  of  “body  performance  aesthetics”   is  a  serious  and  delicate  issue  in  the  performing  dance  arts.     As   a   performer,   your   attention   to   this   matter   is   part   of   your   professional   career  responsibility.      

• All  members  must   be   enrolled   in   ballet   class   at   least   twice   a  week   in   addition   to   their   dance  classes   and   required   company   classes.     Personal   responsibility   includes   maintenance   of  appropriate  weight  for  your  body  type,  proper  self-­‐warm-­‐up  prior  to  rehearsals,  attending  group  meetings   and   being   on   time   for   all   scheduled   classes,   rehearsals   and   performances.       Note,  during  preparation  for  performances,  members  are  required  to  attend  all   rehearsals,   including  those  additionally   scheduled,   as  well   as  all   technical   and  dress   rehearsals.    Warm-­‐ups  are  not  given   in   rehearsals.   Warm-­‐ups   will   be   given   by   the   faculty/senior   company   members   for   all  Drama  Theatre  and  Black  Box  performances.          

 

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• An   in-­‐house   professional   behavior   is   required   of   all   members.     Company   members   set  professional   aspiration   standards   within   the   department.       When   teaching   and   performing  outside  of  UB,  especially  in  schools,  a  professional  manner  is  also  expected.      

• All   technical,   design,   production   personnel,   office   staff,   and   front   of   house   are   to   be   treated  with  respect  and  courtesy  at  all  times.      

• Members  may   be   asked   to  work   in   support   roles   such   as:     dance   captains,   costume   liaisons,  wardrobe,   publicity,   props,   and   front   of   house,   office   or   technical   assistance.     This   is   an  important  part  of  your  training  and  work.      

• Wardrobe  is  to  be  used  only  for  performances  and  scheduled  dress  rehearsals,  not  for  classes  or  personal  use.    Lost  or  damaged  assigned  wardrobe   is  that  member’s  responsibility.    Wardrobe  must   be   always   clean   and   neat.     It   is   your   responsibility   to   inform  wardrobe   personnel,   with  courtesy,   of   any   needed   repairs   or   laundering.     Students   will   be   billed   for   wardrobe   not  returned.      

• Members  must   supply   their   own  makeup,   learn   how   to   apply   it   correctly,   and   learn   to   dress  their  hair  in  an  appropriate  manner  for  the  work  being  presented.      

• Check   the   callboard   DAILY   (across   from   B52,   CFA).     Schedules   and   announcements   for   both  companies  will  also  be  sent  to  company  members’  UB  e-­‐mail  addresses  only.    You  are  expected  to  check  your  e-­‐mail  daily.    Bring  a  notebook  and  calendar  to  ALL  rehearsals  and  meetings.    It  is  your  responsibility  to  be  in  the  right  place  at  the  right  time.    Occasionally,  a  scheduled  rehearsal  is  canceled  or  changed;  it  is  your  responsibility  to  note  these  changes.    You  will  be  provided  with  a  contact  sheet  of  company  directors,  choreographers,  technicians,  and  staff.        

• Members  of  the  Zodiaque  Company  and  Ensemble  will  be  required  to  sign  a  video  release  form  prior   to   performances.   Videos  may   be   used   for   the   following   purposes:   archival,   Department  promotion  and  choreographer/performer  documentation.  

 GRADING  POLICY  

 

• Please  See  Below.  Undergraduate  Grade  Guidelines  for  Dance  also  posted  in  the  dance  studios.      

• Grading   is   based   on   your   working   attitude,   ability   to   take   directions,   performance  ability,   artistic   growth,   attendance,   dependability,   punctuality,   maintenance   of   body  image,  preparedness  and  cooperation  with  faculty,  choreographers  and  peers.    You  are  expected   to   attend   all   rehearsals   for  which   you   are   scheduled.     Unexcused   rehearsal  absences   will   adversely   affect   your   grade   by   lowering   it   one   full   letter   grade.     Not  following   the   policy   concerning   outside   performances   will   also   affect   your   grade  adversely.       ZDC   and   ZDE   classes   are   a   part   of   your   company   responsibility   and  percentage   of   your   final   grade.    More   than   two   absences   from   company   classes   will  result  in  the  lowering  of  your  final  grade  by  ½  grade  for  each  absence.    Company  classes  are  meant  to  enrich  and  broaden  your  knowledge  of  all  aspects  of  the  field.    They  will  not  always  be  traditional  technique  classes.      Residencies  and  specific  master  classes  are  mandatory.  

 

   

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DANCE  COMPANIES’  PERFORMANCE  GUIDELINES  

 

1. The  Stage  Manager  is  in  charge.  2. Be  on  time  for  call  and  personally  sign  in  legibly.    Never  have  someone  sign  in  for  you.  3. Refrain  from  loud  talking  in  the  backstage  area  during  the  performance  and  rehearsals.    4. No  dancers  on  stage  when  the  house  is  open  (before  or  after).      5. No  smoking  6. No  makeup  or  costumes  in  the  theatre  lobby  or  house  7. No  eating  in  costume.  8. HAIR  neat  and  SECURE  or  appropriate   to   the  designed   look  of   the  work.    Hair  must  be  secure  

and  out  of  your  face  –  not  shading  your  face.    No  shiny  or  colored  barrettes.  9. No  jewelry  –  rings,  necklaces,  watches  etc.  10. No  dark  or  bright  nail  polish.  11. Wardrobe/Makeup/Hairstyles   are   determined   by   the   company   directors   and   the   costume  

designers,  NOT  company  members.    DO  NOT  cut  or  make  any  color  changes  to  your  hair  without  checking  with  company  directors  and  your  choreographers.      

12. No  friends  or  relatives  in  backstage  or  dressing  room  areas.      13. Stage  entrances  and  exits  are  part  of  the  choreographic  work.    Be  alert  and  in  character  during  

these  transitions.    If  you  can  see  the  audience,  THEY  CAN  SEE  YOU.      14. Zodiaque  Dance  Ensemble  performances  are  workshop  performances.  Workshop  performances  

are   in   the   Black   Box   Theatre   with   minimal   costume   and   technical   support.     This   in   NO   way  diminishes   the   importance   of   the   work.     The   focus   of   the   work   is   the   performer   and  choreography   in   its   ability   to   stand   alone.     Because   much   of   the   professional   work   in  Dance/Theatre   is   done   under   these   conditions,   this   in   an   important   element   of   performance  training  and  should  be  understood  and  respected  in  that  context.      

15. A  professional  demeanor  (dress,  manners,  etc.)  is  expected  for  all  outside  performances.      16. The  exchange  and  acceptance  of  gifts  between  choreographers  and  performers  is  discouraged.    

Cards  and  notes  are  greatly  appreciated.      

Emerging  Choreographer’s  Showcase  

Emerging  Choreographers  Showcase  (ECS)  is  an  annual  dance  concert  of  new  works  by  invited,  advanced-­‐level  UB  students  in  the  Fall  semester.    ECS  is  an  opportunity  for  students  interested  

in  choreography  to  develop  a  work  with  the  support  of  a  faculty  mentor.  The  ECS  concert  typically  takes  place  in  the  Black  Box  theater.  Choreography  can  be  in  any  dance  style.  Accepted  

choreographers  are  given  a  faculty  choreographic  mentor,  a  lighting  designer  and  a  small  budget.  ECS  choreographers  are  expected  to  register  for  Choreography  II.  The  call  for  

applications  is  at  the  end  of  Spring  semester.      

Pre-­‐Requisites:  You  must  have  completed  Creative  Movement  (THD  400)  and  have  completed  or  be  enrolled  in  Choreography  I  (THD  441)  to  be  considered.  Completion  of  Choreography  II  is  

highly  recommended.      

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University  Policy  Statements  

The  University  at  Buffalo  (UB,  University)  is  committed  to  providing  a  safe  work  environment  for  all  employees  and  will  not  tolerate  any  act  or  threat  of  violence  made  in  the  workplace,  on  University  property,  or  by  an  employee  while  conducting  University  business.  The  University  will  respond  promptly  to  threats,  acts  of  violence,  and  acts  of  aggression  by  employees  or  against  employees  by  coworkers,  members  of  the  public,  students,  or  others.  Violent  conduct  or  any  threat  of  violence,  implied  or  direct,  is  prohibited  on  University  property  or  in  connection  with  University  business.  This  includes  but  is  not  limited  to:    

• the  use  of  force  with  the  intent  to  cause  harm,  e.g.,  physical  attacks,  any  unwanted  contact  such  as  hitting,  fighting,  pushing,  or  throwing  objects    

• behavior  that  diminishes  the  dignity  of  others  through  unlawful  harassment,  including  harassment  based  on  sex,  race,  national  origin,  religion,  disability,  age,  or  sexual  orientation    

• acts  or  threats  which  are  intended  to  intimidate,  harass,  threaten,  bully,  coerce,  or  cause  fear  of  harm  whether  directly  or  indirectly    

• acts  or  threats  made  directly  or  indirectly  by  oral  or  written  words,  body  language,  gestures,  or  symbols  that  communicate  a  direct  or  indirect  threat  of  physical  or  mental  harm    

• stalking  a  person  with  the  intent  of  causing  fear  

 Incomplete  Grades  Follow  University  Policy:    http://undergrad-­‐catalog.buffalo.edu/policies/grading/explanation.shtml#incomplete    Academic  Integrity    Academic  integrity  is  a  fundamental  university  value.  Through  the  honest  completion  of  academic  work,  students  sustain  the  integrity  of  the  university  while  facilitating  the  university’s  imperative  for  the  transmission  of  knowledge  and  culture  based  upon  the  generation  of  new  and  innovative  ideas.    http://undergrad-­‐catalog.buffalo.edu/policies/course/integrity.shtml      Accessibility  Resources    http://www.student-­‐affairs.buffalo.edu/ods/  

               

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 *FRIDAY  DAY  FORUM  

• A  variety  of  special  topics  classes  will  be  scheduled  on  Friday  mornings  during  the  semester  and  are  designed  to  augment  your  coursework  in  dance  and  explore  dance  as  an  art  form  in  the  context  of  mind/body/spirit.  Classes  may  be  presented  in  the  form  of  movement  exploration,  address  special  interests  of  students,  host  guest  artists  or  reflect  research  interests  of  the  faculty.  Dance  Hall  Meetings,  WIPS  and  some  auditions  for  special  projects  will  be  scheduled  for  this  time  slot.  You  are  required  to  attend  four  Friday  Forum  classes  of  your  choice  excluding  WIPS,  however,  you  are  encouraged  to  attend  as  many  as  you  wish.  Rehearsals  may  be  scheduled  on  Friday  afternoons  from  11:30  –  2.  Please  keep  this  time  open  whenever  possible.    Announcements,  schedules,  Guest  Information  will  appear  on  Blackboard  under  THD  455  Recitation.  A  Friday  Forum  sign-­‐up  sheet  will  be  posted  on  Tuesday  mornings  at  10:30.    Some  classes  will  be  on  a  first  come  basis.  Evan  Matthew  Stewart,  our  senior  class  rep,  will  be  taking  attendance  each  Friday.  Initial  your  name  on  the  sheet  and  sign  in  with  Evan.      

*Please  note,  Dance  Hall  Meetings  begin  at  10:30.  ALL  other  Friday  Forum  classes  begin  at  10:00  

Friday  Forum  Sign  In    

By  signing  your  initials  next  to  your  name  for  both  Box  Office  Ticket  Purchase  and  Friday  Forum  Attendance  Sheet  you  are  confirming  that  you  have  read  and  are  in  compliance  with  the  University  at  Buffalo’s  Academic  Integrity  Policy  outlined  below.  Signing  your  initials  next  to  your  name  verifies  that  you  have  purchased  the  said  ticket  from  the  box  office  or  you  have  attended  the  Friday  Forum  class  listed  on  the  attendance  sheet.      

Friday  Forum  Policy  

Friday  Forum  is  a  no-­‐credit  co-­‐requisite  that  students  must  be  registered  for  in  conjunction  with  their  dance  courses.    Currently,  the  policy  is  that  students  must  take  four  Friday  Forum  classes  per  semester  in  addition  to  their  required  WIPS  and  rehearsals.    Students  will  have  a  choice  between  two  classes  most  weeks  and  will  sign  up  at  the  beginning  of  each  week  for  the  class  they  wish  to  take.    When  arriving  at  class  each  Friday,  dancers  will  initial  this  sign  up  next  to  their  name  or  check  in  with  the  representative  to  show  they  were  in  attendance.        

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Student  Representative  Responsibilities  

At  the  last  Dance  Hall  Meeting  of  the  spring  semester,  the  freshman  class  will  vote  on  who  their  class  representative  will  be.    This  representative  will  remain  the  same  throughout  their  four  years  at  UB.    Listed  below  are  the  responsibilities  for  each  class.      

Sophomore  Rep.  

• Organize  Fundraiser  • Preparation  and  Work  Freshman  Auditions  (Fridays  8am-­‐12pm)    • Help  out  at  incoming  student  open  house  • Help  plan  and  Lead  Dance  Hall  Meeting  

Junior  Rep.  

• Preparation  and  Work  Freshman  Auditions  (Fridays  8am-­‐12pm)    • Help  at  incoming  student  open  house  • Attend  THD  Department  meetings  for  Reps,  especially  when  Senior  Rep.  cannot  attend  • Help  gather  information  to  discuss  at  Dance  Hall/make  agenda  • Help  Lead  Dance  Hall  Meeting  • Help  meet/greet  and  introduce  guest  artist  at  Friday  Forum  

Senior  Rep.  Help  out  at  incoming  student  open  house  

• Head  Bigs/Littles  Program  • Preparation  and  Work  Freshman  Auditions  (Fridays  8am-­‐12pm)    • Attend  THD  Department  Meetings  for  Reps  • Gather  information  from  faculty  and  students  to  discuss  at  Dance  Hall/  make  agenda  • Lead  Dance  Hall  Meeting  • Help  meet/greet  and  introduce  guest  artist  at  Friday  Forum  

 

For  All:  

• Other  duties  may  be  assigned  throughout  the  year  depending  on  various  tasks  that  arise    

 

 

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Undergraduate  Grade  Guideline  for  Dance  

(Adopted  by  Dance  Program,  revised  Sept.  ‘06)  

A  =  Outstanding  Work  of  High  Distinction  -­‐mastery  of  ideas  and  methods  taught  at  a  physical,  intellectual  and  aesthetic  level  

-­‐mastery  and  proficiency  in  technique,  practical  work  and  solutions  to          

   problems/projects  

-­‐artistry  exhibited/developed  at  a  professional  level  and  established  dance  identity    

  -­‐timely  preparation  and  submission  of  written  class  work  

  -­‐constructive  classroom  participation  as  appropriate  to  class  and  subject  

  -­‐exemplary  work  ethic  

  -­‐above  normal  attendance  

B=  Above-­‐Average  Work  of  Honor/Superior  Quality  -­‐strong  understanding  of  ideas  and  methods  taught  at  a  physical,  intellectual  and        

   aesthetic  level  

-­‐workable  application  in  technique,  practical  work  and  solutions  to  problems/projects  

-­‐artistry  and  dance  identity  near  solidity,  refinement  still  needed    

-­‐timely  preparation  and  submission  of  written  work  

-­‐regular  classroom  participation  as  appropriate  to  class  and  subject  

-­‐solid  work  ethic  

-­‐regular  attendance  

 C  =  Average  Work  

-­‐basic  understanding  of  ideas  and  methods  taught  at  a  physical,  intellectual  and          

 aesthetic  level  

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-­‐perfunctory  applications  in  technique,  practical  work  and  solutions  to    

   problems/projects  

-­‐artistry  and  dance  identity  in  developmental  stage  

-­‐sporadic  preparation  and  submission  of  written  work  

-­‐some  classroom  participation  as  appropriate  to  class  and  subject  

-­‐satisfactory  work  ethic  

-­‐normal  attendance  

 

D  =  Below-­‐Average  Work  -­‐little  understanding  of  ideas  and  methods  taught  at  a  physical,  intellectual  and  aesthetic  level  

-­‐incomplete  execution  in  technique,  practical  work  and  solutions  to  problems/projects  

  -­‐little  attention  given  to  the  development  of  artistry  or  dance  identity  

-­‐unacceptable  preparation  and  frequent  missed  submission  of  class  work  

-­‐rare  classroom  participation  as  appropriate  to  class  and  subject  

-­‐poor  work  ethic  

-­‐poor  attendance  

 

F  =  Unacceptable  Work     -­‐inadequate  ideas  and  methods  taught  at  a  physical,  intellectual  and  aesthetic  level  

  -­‐poor  applications  in  technique,  practical  work  and  solutions  to  problems/projects  

  -­‐no  established  dance  identity  

  -­‐no  discernable  preparation  and  consistently  missed  submission  of  class  work  

  -­‐rare  classroom  participation  as  appropriate  to  class  and  subject  

-­‐deficient  work  ethic  

-­‐poor  attendance  

 

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Digital  Poetry  and  Dance  Concert    

 

Digital  Poetry  and  Dance  Concert  is  an  interdepartmental  collaboration  that  has  existed  between  the  University  at  Buffalo’s  Dance  and  Media  Studies  Departments.    This  collaboration  has  culminated  in  a  yearly  public  performance  since  2011  and  has  a  rich  history  reaching  back  to  2006.    Professor  Loss  Glazier,  Media  Studies  and  Clinical  Assistant  Professor  Kerry  Ring,  Theatre  &  Dance  have  directed  the  Digital  Poetry  and  Dance  Concert  together  since  2011.    

Digital  poetry  is  an  evolving  medium  that  presents  poetry  electronically  and  can  incorporate,  for  example,  hypertext;  animation,  video,  or  other  visual  elements;  sound;  and  interactivity.    Digital  Poetry  creates  a  very  rich  environment  for  dance  to  exist  or  be  created.  

At  the  core  of  the  mission  of  Digital  Poetry  and  Dance  is  to  increase  experiential  learning  benefits  of  collaboration  between  art  forms.    The  process  teaches  students  to  respect  the  artistic  processes  that  are  different  from  their  own.      

Faculty  choreographers,  alumni,  and  undergraduate  students  have  all  created  works  for  the  concerts.    These  works  have  provided  numerous  opportunities  for  undergraduate  dance  majors  to  perform  and  be  exposed  to  the  unique  process  of  collaboration.    Four  undergraduate  dance  majors  who  have  expressed  interest  are  selected  to  choreograph  for  the  concert.    They  can  earn  1  credit  of  choreographic  through  THD  422  SEM  (Choreography  11  seminar)  under  the  mentorship  of  Kerry  Ring.  

This  unique  collaboration  was  highlighted  in  the  article  “Onstage  Poetry”  in  the  November  2013  issue  of  trade  magazine  Dance  Studio  Life.    http://www.dancestudiolife.com/onstage-­‐poetry/  

   

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UB/Infinity  Summer  Dance  Intensive  

 

The  UB/Infinity  Summer  Dance  Intensive  held  in  the  University  at  Buffalo  dance  studios  is  an  opportunity  for  young  dance  studio  students  to  interact  with  college  level  dance  majors  and  university  professors.    Simultaneously,  UB  dance  majors  experience  teaching  and  choreography  for  a  younger  population  under  mentored  supervision  of  the  Infinity  and  UB  Dance  faculty.    This  summer  program  strengthens  the  relationship  between  UB  Dance  and  Infinity  Dance  Project.  

 

1.  UB  Students  formally  apply  for  consideration.    Choreographic  ideas,  musical  choices,  and  style  of  dance  are  outlined.    Students  write  a  paragraph  reasoning  the  positive  experiences  to  come  out  of  teaching  and  choreographing  for  a  student  population.  Resumes  are  included.  

2. UB  dance  majors  are  individually  interviewed  by  the  Infinity  and  UB  Dance  faculty.  3. UB  dance  majors  are  responsible  for  teaching  and  choreographing  for  the  week-­‐long  day  

program.  (August  17th  –  21st  2015).  4. UB  students  receive  feedback  in  terms  of  choreography  and  teaching  throughout  the  

week.  5. UB  students  participated  in  multiple  ways  –  including  panel  discussion,  leading  group  

improvisation  exercises,  and  monitoring  the  Infinity  student  population  in  the  halls,  bathroom,  and  lunch.    

6. Students  register  for  1  retroactive  credit  in  the  spring  semester  under  Internship  in  Dance  Teaching.  

7. Through  an  exit  interview,  UB  students  arrange  participation  for  the  Infinity  Dance  Project  fall  semester  which  culminates  in  the  Drama  theatre  performance  in  January.    

 

 

       

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 DANCER’S  WORKSHOP  For  anyone  who  has  ever  danced,  there  is  a  mutual  understanding  of  the  sheer  joy  felt  when  moving.    Founded  by  current  faculty  members,  Shelley  Hain  and  Joyce  Miller-­‐Lichtenberger  when  they  were  students  themselves,  Dancer’s  Workshop  (DW)  has  offered  students  for  over  thirty  years  an  opportunity  to  design,  move,  create,  and  perform  a  wide  variety  of  dances.      DW  is  a  spring  show  put  together  from  the  organization  and  artistic  abilities  of  the  University’s  student  body.    It  is  an  entirely  student-­‐run  dance  concert  and  is  not  a  production  of  the  Department  of  Theater  and  Dance,  though  they  do  support  our  cause.    The  faculty  does  give  mentorship  to  the  choreographers  and  directors  throughout  the  process,  giving  guidance  and  knowledge  of  the  strategies  to  create  a  successful  production.    These  are  called  Works  in  Progress  (WIPS).    We  are  so  fortunate  to  be  able  to  do  what  we  love  each  and  every  day  and  share  it  with  the  people  in  our  lives.  Since  its  beginning,  DW  has  grown  and  evolved  into  something  wonderful,  giving  all  UB  students  a  chance  to  dance  and  perform  in  a  very  supportive  setting.    It  has  been  our  pleasure  to  keep  this  tradition  alive  and  give  students  a  way  to  express  their  artistic  needs.                      

-­‐Jared  Cutler,  Senior  Director  2015    

 

 

   

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STUDENT  ASSISTANT  TO  THE  DIRECTOR  POSITIONS  

These  are  unpaid  positions  offering  variable  credit.    During  the  period  of  your  assistantship,  you  are  expected  to  assist  the  director  of  the  company  as  stipulated  in  this  document.    This  document  serves  as  a  syllabus  and  that  outlines  responsibilities:      

 

 “Essential  Job  Functions”  performed  by  the  Student  Assistant  to  the  Director  of  Dance  

• Provide  administrative  support  to  the  Director  of  Dance  • Organization  of  BFA  auditions  including  pre  and  post  administrative  duties  • Organization  of  Incoming  Freshmen  Auditions  including  pre  and  post  administrative  

duties  • Prepare  and  organize  mailing  lists,  box  office  lists  • Prepare  and  Organize  fundraisers  (  Apparel)  • Personal  assistance  with  guest  of  the  department  • General  Marketing,  List  serve  management,  and  Office  management  • Editing  documents  • Preparation  and  update  of  Handbook  

 

“Essential  Job  Functions”  performed  by  the  Student  Assistant  to  the  Director  ZODIAQUE  &  ZDE  

• Provide  administrative  support  to  the  Artistic  Director  and  Managing  Director  • Organization  of  dancer  auditions  • Prepare,  organize  and  distribute  rehearsal  schedules  electronically/hard  copy    to  all  

related  personnel    • Prepares  programs,  program  notes,  and  assists  in  publicity  for  concerts.      • Available  to  rehearse  concert  works  when  needed    • Work  closely  with  the  Managing  Director,  Production  Manager,  Production  Stage  

Manager,  and  assigned  Student  Stage  Manager  on  communication  during  the  production  process  

• Wardrobe  liaison  and  assistance  with  non-­‐supported  design  concerts  • Act  as  a  the  central  clearing-­‐house  with  choreographers  and  performers  for  

communicating  information  regarding  production    

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 “Essential  Job  Functions”  performed  by  the  Student  Assistant  to  the  Director  Digital  Poetry  and  Dance    

• Provide  administrative  support  to  the  Artistic  Director  and  Managing  Director  • Organization  of  dancer  auditions  • Prepare,  organize  and  distribute  rehearsal  schedules  electronically/hard  copy    to  all  

related  personnel    • Prepares  programs,  program  notes,  and  assists  in  publicity  for  concerts.      • Available  to  rehearse  concert  works  when  needed    • Work  closely  with  the  Managing  Director,  Production  Manager,  Production  Stage  

Manager,  and  assigned  Student  Stage  Manager  on  communication  during  the  production  process  

• Wardrobe  liaison  and  assistance  with  non-­‐supported  design  concerts  • Act  as  a  the  central  clearing-­‐house  with  choreographers  and  performers  for  

communicating  information  regarding  production  • Assist    the  Student  Assistant  to  the  Director  of  Dance  on  an  as  needed  basis  

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

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Undergraduate  Teaching  Assistants  General  Responsibilities  (may  vary  with  each  instructor.  Be  sure  to  have  an  initial  conversation  regarding  any  additional  classroom  responsibilities.)  

1. If  you  are  interested  in  being  an  Undergraduate  Teaching  Assistant  (UTA),  first  contact  

the  professor  whose  class  you  are  interested  in  to  discuss  the  possibilities.  

2. Contact  Katie  Mallinson,  Department  Academic  Advisor,  with  written  permission  from  

instructor,  verifying  the  fact  that  you  will  be  serving  as  the  UTA.    

3. You  will  register  under  Internship  in  Dance  Training  for  1  credit.    

4. This  course  is  a  variable  credit.  If  the  instructor  wishes  you  to  do  more  than  what  is  

considered  one  credit,  you  will  identify  this  and  register  for  the  agreed  amount  of  

credits.  

5. You  must  have  previously  taken  this  course  and  received  an  A  grade  to  be  eligible.  

6. Demonstrate  movement  for  the  course.  

7. Teach  one  supervised  class.  

8. Arrive  early  or  on  time.  

9. Set  an  example  of  technique  and  etiquette.  

10.  Attendance  (if  the  instructor  indicates)  

11.  Extra  help  to  students  requiring  assistance.  

12.  Organize  groups  in  the  center  and  across  the  floor.  

13.  Stop  and  start  music  as  indicated.    

 

 

 

 

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Bridging  Communities  through  Dance  is  an  arts-­‐in-­‐education  initiative  that  links  the  University  at  Buffalo’s  dance  program  with  Western  New  York  Schools  underserved  in  the  area  of  arts  education.  Made  possible  through  a  gift  from  First  Niagara  Bank,  the  UB  Dance  Majors  teach  creative  dance,  dance  technique  classes  to  school  children  Pre  K  –  12.      

 

Bridging  Communities  through  Dance  counts  as  a  1-­‐credit  internship  for  the  semester  and  can  be  used  as  study  and  for  the  final  project  for  the  Teaching  Methods  course.    

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

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Procedure  for  Requesting  Letters  of  Recommendation  

The  dance  faculty  members  are  always  willing  to  write  letters  of  recommendation  for  scholarship  applications,  graduate  school  and  work  references.  Please  refer  to  the  following  guidelines  when  requesting  letters:  

-­‐ Be  timely:  please  give  the  recommender  at  least  two  weeks  to  complete  your  letter.  

-­‐ Contact  Information:  provide  all  the  necessary  contact  information  inclusive  of:  

o Website  information  

o Address  

o Contact  person  

o Any  forms  that  need  to  be  filled  out  

o Stamped  envelopes  addressed  

o When  possible;  if  you  are  applying  multiple  places,  present  all  information  at  the  same  time  in  a  folder.  

-­‐ Materials  needed:  please  include  a  resume,  your  GPA,  Degree  received  (BA,  BFA),  minor  and  any  other  institution  you  may  have  attended.    

 

 

 

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WELLNESS  PYSICAL  ASSESSMENT  GUIDELINES  

 How  to  measure  your  resting  heart  rate:     -­‐Find  your  pulse:  Use  either  the  radial  artery  in  your  wrist  or  the  carotid  artery  in  your  neck.      Don’t  use  your  thumb!    It  has  a  slight  pulse  and  may  confuse  you.    Use  your  index  and  middle  finger.     -­‐Count  how  many  beats  occur  in  one  minute:    You  may  also  use  a  short  cut  method  by  counting  how  many  beats  occur  in  ten  seconds,  then  multiply  by  6.        How  to  calculate  your  target  heart  rate:    **Knowing  this  value  will  help  you  get  the  most  out  of  your  cardio  workouts.    Keeping  your  heart  rate  in  the  target  range  (60-­‐80%  of  your  maximum  heart  rate)  will  give  you  the  most  results**     -­‐  Subtract  your  age  from  220.    This  will  give  you  your  maximum  heart  rate     -­‐  Subtract  your  resting  heart  rate  from  your  maximum  heart  rate.    This  will  give  you  your  heart  rate  reserve.     -­‐  Multiply  your  heart  rate  reserve  by  0.65.    Then  add  your  resting  heart  rate.    This  will  give  you  your  target  heart  rate.    How  to  complete  the  Step  Test:     -­‐  Set  a  metronome  to  96  bpm.       -­‐  For  one  minute,  step  up-­‐up-­‐down-­‐down  on  a  stair.       -­‐  Measure  heart  rate.    How  to  complete  the  push  up,  sit  up,  and  pull  up  tests:     -­‐  Push-­‐ups:    Have  a  partner  watch  the  time  as  you  count  how  many  push-­‐ups  you  can  complete  in  20  seconds.     -­‐  Sit-­‐ups:    Same  as  push-­‐ups.     -­‐  Pull-­‐ups:    Use  the  ballet  barre  to  provide  a  slight  incline.    Count  how  many  pull-­‐ups  you  can  do  in  20  seconds.      

 

 

 

 

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Healthier  Eating  on  Campus  

• Edgy  Veggie,  Jamba  Juice,  Au  Bon  Pain,  Rachel’s  (Mediterranean),    Subway  CFA  Café  

Wellness  Center  in  the  Student  Union:  Offers  healthy  snacks  on  Tuesdays;  Health/diet  counseling  

Tips  Many  places  oversize  their  portions.    Save  half  for  later!  Buy  healthy  snacks  that  will  tide  you  over  and  defeat  cravings.  Don’t  drink  your  calories.  

Gyms  

• Alumni  on-­‐campus  (North)  • Richmond  dorms  on-­‐campus  (North)  • Clark  Hall  on-­‐campus  (South)  

Yoga  

• Power  Yoga  Buffalo  • East  Meets  West  Yoga  

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

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Places  We  Like  to  Eat  

$  Cheap      $$  Student  Budget  Friendly    $$$  Your  Family  is  Visiting  $$$$  A  Very  Special  Occasion  

 BrickHouse  $$  Maple  Crossings,  4080-­‐4120  Maple  Road,  Amherst,  NY  14226  (716)  834-­‐1490  

Cheeburger  Cheeburger  $  Boulevard  Consumer  Square  1593  Niagara  Falls  Boulevard  Buffalo,  NY  14226  (716)  836-­‐1002  

Red  Robin  $  Maple  Crossings,  4080  Maple  Road  Buffalo,  NY  14226  (716)  834-­‐4100  

Sienna  $$$$  4516  Main  Street  Snyder,  NY  14226  (716)  839-­‐3108  

Panos  $$  1081  Elmwood  Avenue  Buffalo,  NY  14222  (716)  886-­‐9081  

Giancarlos  Sicilian  Steakhouse  &  Pizzeria  $$  Walker  Center,  5110  Main  Street  Buffalo,  NY  14221  (716)  650-­‐5566  

Kyoto  $$  4060  Maple  Road  Amherst,  NY  14226  (716)  836-­‐6688  

Duffs  $  (wings)  3651  Sheridan  Drive  Amherst,  NY  14226  (716)  834-­‐6234  

Anchor  Bar  $  (wings)  7662  Transit  Rd.  Williamsville,  NY  14221  (716)  932-­‐7228  

Black  and  Blue  Steak  and  Crab  $$$$  k5493  Sheridan  Drive  Buffalo,  NY  14221  (716)  839-­‐2525Wi  

Shango  Bistro  and  Wine  Bar  $$$  3260  Main  St  Buffalo,  NY  14214  (716)  837-­‐2326  

The  Left  Bank  $$$  511  Rhode  Island  St  Buffalo,  NY  14213  (716)  882-­‐3509  

Pearl  Street  Grill&  Brewery  $$  76  Pearl  St  Buffalo,  NY  14202  (716)  856-­‐2337  

Santoras  $ish  402  Millersport  Hwy  Buffalo,  NY  14221  (716)  688-­‐30Lebros  $$  (Faculty  Favorite)  330  Campbell  Blvd  Getzville,  NY  14068  (716)  688-­‐0404  

Russel’s  Steaks,  Chops,  $$$$  6675  Transit  Rd  Williamsville,  NY  14221  (716)  636-­‐4900  

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Mighty  Taco  .50  1300  Sweethome  Rd.  Buffalo,  NY  14228    

Amy’s  Place  $  3234  Main  St.  Buffalo,  NY  14214  (716)  832-­‐6666  

Lake  Effect  Diner  $  3165  Main  St.  Buffalo,  NY  14214  (716)  833-­‐1952  

 Jim’s  Steakout  $  3336  Sheridan  Dr.  Tonawanda,  NY  14223  (716)  836-­‐3636  

Pi  Craft  $  750  Niagara  Falls  Blvd.  Tonawanda,  NY  14150  (716)  833-­‐5300  

Falletta’s   $$$ 8255  Clarence  Center  Rd,  East  Amherst,  NY  14051  (716)  741-­‐7406    

Brew  Pub  $$      6861 Main St. Williamsville, NY 14221    716-­‐632-­‐0552  

Brennan’s  $$  4401  Transit  Rd  Williamsville,  NY  14221  (716) 633-9630 Buffalo’s  Best  Grill  $$  3700  Southwestern  Blvd.  Orchard  Park,  NY  14127  716.202.1270  

 

 

 

 

   

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Check  out  the  Buffalo  Dance  Scene    Battle  at  Buffalo  Verve  Dance  Studio  http://vervedancestudio.com/project/battle-­‐buffalo/    This  is  a  family  friendly  show  held  at  Verve  Dance  Studio  the  last  Saturday  of  every  month  from  7-­‐11pm.  $5  to  watch  and  $6  to  battle.      “Battle  @  Buffalo  was  created  to  encourage  the  development  of  young  dancers  in  a  supportive  environment  and  to  provide  a  place  for  the  community  to  learn,  share  and  support  the  dance  community.”    Photos  and  Videos  on  their  website.    

Salsa  Baila  Salsa  Dance  Company  http://www.salsabuffalo.com/events/    Free  lesson  and  $5  dance  event  every  Wednesday.    Practice  your  social  dancing!    

Dancewear    

Bailey’s  Slipper  Shop  (show  your  UB  ID  for  a  discount)  –  Main  Street,  Williamsville,    

               

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 In  Case  You  Need  Medical  Attention  

 

Michael  Hall  South  Campus  (716)  829-­‐3316  

MASH  Urgent  Care  3980  Sheridan  Dr.  Amherst,  NY  14226  (716)  929-­‐2800  

Urgent  Care  Pharmacy,  LLC  5965  Transit  Rd.  E  Amherst,  NY  14051  (716)  362-­‐1094  

Millard  Fillmore  Suburban  Hospital  1540  Maple  Rd.  Williamsville,  NY  14221  (716)  568-­‐3600  

Buffalo  General  Medical  Center  100  High  Street  Buffalo,  NY  14203  (716)  859-­‐5600  

UBMD  Orthopedics  &  Sports  Medicine  (716)  204-­‐3200  Call  for  nearest  location.  

Excelsior  Orthopedics  (716)  250-­‐9999  Call  for  nearest  location.  

Taxi  Numbers  

 Buffalo  Transportation  289  Ramsdell  Ave  Buffalo,  NY  14216  (716)  877-­‐5600  http://www.buffalotransportation.com/  **Can  use  Campus  Cash  

Liberty  Cab  1524  Kenmore  Ave  Buffalo,  NY  14216      (716)  877-­‐7111  http://www.libertycab.com/**Can  use  Campus  Cash    

Taxi  Rates  From   To   Fee  

UB  Amherst  North  Campus   UB  Main  South  Campus   $13  

UB  Amherst  North  Campus   Main  Street  (Main  &  Winspear)   $17  

UB  Amherst  North  Campus   Buffalo-­‐Niagara  International  Airport   $26  

UB  Amherst  North  Campus   Greyhound  Bus  Terminal   $39  

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UB  Amherst  North  Campus   Chippewa  Street   $39  

UB  Amherst  North  Campus   Amtrak  Exchange   $39  

UB  Amherst  North  Campus   Amtrak  Depew   $30  

           

UB  Main  South  Campus   Main  Street  (Main  &  Winspear)   $7  

UB  Main  South  Campus   Buffalo-­‐Niagara  International  Airport   $22  

UB  Main  South  Campus   Chippewa  Street   $22  

UB  Main  South  Campus   Amtrak  Exchange   $25  

UB  Main  South  Campus   Amtrak  Depew   $26  

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

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Class  Make-­‐Up  Form/  Dance  Classes  

• Participation  in  a  Make-­‐Up  Class  is  at  the  discretion  of  each  individual  instructor.  

• Please  fill  out  the  form  below  completely  before  having  the  instructor  sign.  

• Return  ASAP  to  your  instructor  for  recording.  • Make-­‐Up  classes  are  allowed  in  the  same  level  class  or  below.  

 

1. NAME:  ____________________________  

2. CLASS  I  AM  REGISTERED  IN:  

a. DAY:  _____________  

b. TIME:  ____________  

c. INSTRUCTOR:  ___________________  

3. CLASS  I  PARTICIPATED  IN:  

a. DAY:  _____________  

b. TIME:  ____________  

c. INSTRUCTORS  SIGNATURE:    

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Class  Observation  Form  Please  answer  the  following  questions.  These  questions  are  an  exercise  for  you  to  learn  constructive  criticism  and  develop  critical  analysis.  Use  the  back  if  needed.  

1. Why  are  you  sitting  out?  What  could  you  do  to  prevent  yourself  from  sitting  out?  (i.e.  if  you  are  injured,  how  could  you  have  avoided  that?)    

2. Mention  three  general  or  individual  corrections/criticisms  that  were  given  and  talk  about  how  they  apply  to  you.      

3. Do  you  see  students  responding  to  corrections?  Who  and  how?    

 

4. Choose  one  or  more  of  the  students  in  class  who  is  inspiring  to  you  and  say  why.  Be  specific.      

5. How  is  observing  this  class  a  valuable  part  of  your  education?  

 

6. What  image  comes  to  mind  while  watching  the  material  in  class?  Move  to  a  different  part  of  the  room  to  see  the  material  differently.  Be  specific  and  identify  which  sequences  of  movement  you  are  responding  to.    

 

7. How  does  this  class  relate  to  your  other  classes?  

 

8. What  interaction  do  you  see  between  faculty  and  students?  What  allows  the  instructor  to  function  successfully?  What  allows  the  student  to  function  successfully?  

 

9. Did  you  observe  an  overall  theme  of  the  class?  

 

10. Additional  observations,  comments,  insights,  revelations,  epiphanies…?  

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PERFORMANCE  COMMITMENTS  OUTSIDE:  THE  BFA  DANCE  DEGREE  PROGRAM  

NAME:  ____________________________________________  

STUDENT  NUMBER:  _________________________________  

STATUS,  (CIRCLE):   SOPHOMORE  –  JUNIOR  -­‐  SENIOR  

E-­‐MAIL:____________________________________________  

TELEPHONE:  ________________________________________  

NAME  OF  OUTSIDE  ARTISTIC  VENUE/ORGANIZATION:  

NAME  OF  DIRECTOR/CONTACT  PERSON  FOR  ARTISTIC  VENUE:  

___________________________________________________________  

DIRECTOR’S  TELEPHONE:  __________________________________________  

DIRECTOR’S  E-­‐MAIL:__________________________________________  

 Brief  Statement  of  Purpose:    ________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________  

 

RETURN  TO  PROGRAM  DIRECTOR  

 

 

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Letter  of  Recommendation  Request  Form    Name:  _____________________________________  

Major:  _________________________  

Major  2__________________________________  

Minor_________________________________  

Deadline  for  submitting  the  letter:  _______________  

Courses  you  have  taken  with  me,  when,  and  grade:  

Course   When   Grade  

     

     

     

     

     

     

List  Performance  Companies  at  UB  

List  Choreograpy  

List  Special  Projects:  

Overall  GPA:  _____  

Dance  GPA:  _____  

Please  list  extra-­‐curricular  activities:  

 

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BFA  Application  

 

Contact  Information  UB  Name    Street  Address    City  ST  ZIP  Code    Cell  Phone    Person  Number    E-­‐Mail  Address    Graduating  Year    2nd  Major  if  applicable    Minor  if  applicable      Reference  1  Name    Street  Address    City  ST  ZIP  Code    Cell  Phone    Person  Number    E-­‐Mail  Address        

Reference  2  Name    Street  Address    City  ST  ZIP  Code    Cell  Phone    Person  Number    E-­‐Mail  Address        

Agreement  and  Signature  By  submitting  this  application,  I  affirm  that  the  facts  set  forth  in  it  are  true  and  complete.    

Name  (printed)    Signature    Date        

 

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Call  for  Teachers/Choreographers  

UB/Infinity  Summer  Dance  Intensive  

Date  TBA  

INFINITY  Dance  Project  is  a  pre-­‐professional  dance  company  for  students  ages  10-­‐18  who  are  serious  and  passionate  about  the  art  form.  Students  interested  in  dance  in  higher  education  or  as  a  professional  career  will  gain  preparation  skills  and  performance  experience  that  will  enhance  their  future  career  prospects  and  heighten  their  appreciation  for  the  art  form.      

UB  Dance  and  Infinity  Dance  Project  are  strengthening  their  partnership  through  a  week-­‐long  summer  dance  intensive  in  August.    Selected  UB  Dance  Majors  will  have  the  opportunity  to  teach  and  choreograph  on  this  group  of  students  under  the  mentorship  of  the  core  faculty  (Kerry  Ring,  Tracy  Navarro,  and  Rebecca  Guile-­‐Wind).    Students  selected  for  this  opportunity  will  continue  to  work  with  Infinity  in  the  Fall  semester  culminating  with  a  concert  showcasing  their  choreography  on  the  Drama  Theatre  stage  in  January.  Dance  Majors  earn  credit  for  this  work  and  must  apply  to  be  considered.      

To  apply:  Dancers  must  submit  a  letter  of  intent,  choreographic  proposal,  and  resume.  

  Letter  of  Intent:    Please  describe  your  interest,  experience,  and  strengths  as  a  teacher.    Please  include  the  styles  of  dance  that  you  are  most  confident  in  teaching.  Also  include  why  you  would  like  the  experience  of  teaching  and  choreographing  for  these  young  aspiring  dancers.  

  Choreographic  Proposal:    Please  write  a  small  description  of  a  dance  you  would  choreograph  for  this  population.    Please  include  the  music,  style  of  dance,  any  props  that  may  be  used,  and  a  brief  statement  of  your  choreographic  intent.    

  Resume:    Highlight  your  teaching  and  choreographic  experience  in  a  short  dance  resume.    

Applications  are  due  to  Kerry  Ring  by  Friday  April  10th.  Interviews  will  take  place  in  May  (time  and  place  TBA).  

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Emerging Choreographers Showcase Fall 2015

Director: Melanie Aceto

PERFORMANCE DATES

December 4th and 5th @ 7:30 p.m. and Dec. 6th at 6pm

Strike – December 6th immediately following the concert. Choreographers are required to attend strike

Katherine Cornell Theater

MANDATORY TECH WEEK: See production schedule.

INDIVIDUAL REHEARSALS

Please do not set up individual rehearsal schedules until after group meeting. Rehearsals will be scheduled as a group. ECS rehearsals will begin Sept. 14th.

CASTING

Choreographers will be responsible for presenting material at Fall Auditions: Tuesday, September 8th from 4:30-6:30 in the dance studios. Casting will be a group effort with all choreographers present following auditions. Pre-casting is not acceptable. You may not dance in your own piece.

SOUND

Using music with lyrics is highly discouraged. If you use a work with foreign lyrics, make sure you know the meaning of those lyrics. You may not edit music. All sound choices must be approved by the director.

COSTUMES

All costumes must be approved by the director of ECS.

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REQUIREMENTS

1. You must attend all choreographer meetings called.

2. FACULTY MENTOR: Mentorship is an integral part of the process of creating work for Emerging Choreographers Showcase. Feedback provides another perspective and can serve to push the choreographer to deepen their exploration, move past habitual movement choices and inspire risk taking in their artistic process. Each choreographer must meet with his mentor a minimum of 3 times. Failure to do so may cause your piece to be pulled from the concert. 1 meeting must occur before your first rehearsal. Mentor meeting notes and rehearsal should be recorded in your ePortfolio.

3. WIPS: All ECS choreographers must show their work in 2 WIPS feedback sessions (dates and times TBD.) You will sign up for the sessions after you have set your rehearsal schedule. You are required to stay for the entire feedback session. Your dancers are highly encouraged to stay. You will be responsible for inviting your mentor to attend your feedback sessions and/or your individual rehearsals.

4. ECS CHOREOGRAPHER’S CONTRACT: All choreographers must sign and date the following statement indicating that they have read and agree to the above information and to the statement below. Return the original signed copy to the director, and keep a copy for your records.

STATEMENT: I ________________________________understand that making work is a process, and I am committed to making my process and my work the best it can be. I am open to artistic guidance from my mentor and the concert director, and will remain flexible and open-minded regarding my use of sound, movement material and compositional structures. I will strive for clear communication with my mentor, my dancers and the director and I commit myself to following through with this project to the end, regardless of what obstacles I may encounter. This process is intended to help me grow as a choreographer and artist, and I will approach all aspects of my work with maturity, integrity, and professionalism.

I have read, understand and agree to these requirements.

Name: _____________________________________________ date: _____________________

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Call for Submissions

Emerging Choreographers Showcase 2015

Director: Melanie Aceto

Application due Friday, May 8th

Concert Dates: Dec 4-6, 2015

Tech Week: Nov. 30th – Dec. 3rd

Location: KCT

Pre-Requisites: You must have completed Creative Movement (THD 400) and have completed or be enrolled in Choreography I (THD 441) to be considered. Completion of Choreography II is highly recommended.

Dance majors interested in choreographing for Emerging Choreographers Showcase should submit

the following information to Melanie Aceto via e-mail, aceto@buffalo.edu, by Friday, May 8th.

You will be notified by Friday, May 15th.

Please submit the following in a pdf labeled (lastnameECSapplication2015).

I. Contact Information

• Name • Local Address • Phone Number • E-Mail Address

II. Choreographic Experience

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• Year and semester you completed Choreography I THD 441, Creative Movement and Choreography II THD 442 if applicable.

• Previous Choreographic Experience

III. Work Samples

• Links to no more than 3 work samples (YouTube, vimeo or other video sharing site). • Be sure to tell me what I am looking at.

IV. Personal statement of your interest in choreography and/or the development of your

choreographic skills: (Why do you want to choreograph for ECS?)

V. Proposed idea/concept for your piece:

Please include:

1. description of piece concept 2. description of piece content 3. approximate number of dancers 4. description of musical ideas

* Please don’t hesitate to contact Melanie with any questions regarding your application or proposed piece.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

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Alumni  and  Networking:  UB  Dance  Alumni  Career  Survey    

 2015  

• Lisa  Kaemmerlen  o  Apprenticeship;  LehrerDance  

• Farrah  Thompson  o  Apprenticeship;  Ad  Deum  Dance  Company,  Houston,  Texas  

• Kurtis  Sprung  o  Rasta  Thomas’  Bad  Boys  of  Dance;  Takoma  Park,  Maryland  

• Lexi  Julian    o  Fitness  Trainer;  The  Hive,  East  Amherst,  NY  

• Shelby  Bonetti  o  Epic  Dance  Center,  Freehold,  NJ  

 2014  

• Cristiana  Cavallo  o  Company  Member;  LehrerDance  

• Dana  Bojarski  o Fitness  Instructor;  Pure  Barre  Buffalo  o Dance  Instructor;  University  at  Buffalo  Department  of  Athletics  

• Holli  Simme  o BAC  for  Women  

• Shannon  O’Dea  o Walt  Disney  World  

• Kristen  Fish    o Actress;  KOR  Talent  Agency  

2013  

• Alyssa  Infranco    o Dance  Therapist;  MS  Sarah  Lawrence  University  

• Jessica  Walts    o MA  Arts  Leadership;  Syracuse  University,    

• Madison  Hogan  o Dance  Instructor;  University  at  Buffalo  Department  of  Athletics  

• Kate  Kenyon    

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o Featured  soloist;  “Montage”,  BalaSole  Dance  Company    o Performer;  Tracie  Stanfield’s  SynthesisDANCE,  Brooklyn  Dance  Festival  o Work  Study;  Peridance  Capezio  Center  o Pure  Barre  Instructor;  Pure  Barre  Cobble  Hill  and  Park  Slope  o Ballet  Instructor;  after-­‐school  program,  The  School  of  Columbia  University  o Judge;  Step  Up  2  Dance  Competition  o Instructor;  Pure  Barre  Syracuse  o Dance  Instructor  at  CMC  Dance  Company  

• Marlee  Sroka  o Dance  Teacher;  Syracuse,  NY  

• Ashley  Peters  o Apprentice;  BalaSole  Dance  Company    o Gina  Gibney  Dance  NYC  

• Melissa  Hunt  o Dance  Instructor;  Monmouth  Dance  Academy  o Dancer;  Community  Dance  Project  o Dancer;  O.K.  DANCE  Company  o Performer;  Red  Nose  Day  Charity  Event  o Performer;  West  Side  Story  with  Harbor  Lights  Theater  Company  o Assistant  to  Al  Blackstone;  Dancerpalooza,  Dance  Teachers  Summit,  Capezio  

Fashion  Show,  MSA  agency  choreographer  showcase  o Choreographer  and  Master  Class  Teacher;  various  theaters  in  NJ  

• Miranda  Zimmerman  o Dance  Instructor;  Dance  Masters  of  America  

• Julie  Spendal  o Broadway  Dance  Center  

 2012  

• Elijah  Coleman  o Attending  Graduate  School  at  Rutgers  University  

• Taylor  Hiller  o Marketing  and  Sales  Associate  for  Revolution  Dancewear  o Teacher  and  Company  Director;  La  Danse  Academie  o Teacher;  The  School  of  Performing  Arts  o Administrative  Assistant;  Performing  Arts  School,  Chicago  o Dance  Instructor  

• Sally  Mementowski  o Tokyo  Disney  

• Sarah  Strebel  o Dance  Captain;  Royal  Caribbean  International  

• Gianina  Mixco  o MS  Dance  Therapy,  Sarah  Lawrence  University  

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• Angela  Siler-­‐Blitstein  o Steps  on  Broadway  

• Zosha  Giacomora    o Stilleto  Entertainment  

• Julie  LaMancuso  o Faculty;  Epic  Dance  Company  

• Arielle  Cole  o Zumba  Fitness  Instructor  UFC  

• Sam  Robbins  o Attending  Sarah  Lawrence  College  for  MS  in  Dance  Therapy  

   2011  

• Desiree  Albert  o MD  University  at  Buffalo  Medical  School  

• Anna  Busch  o Performer;  Walt  Disney  World  

• Brianna  Jahn  o MFA  Dance  at  University  of  Arizona  

• Carie  Jurcak  o Education  Coordinator  Broadway  Dance  Center  

• Elliot  Keller  o Dancer;  San  Limites  Dance  Company  o Dancer;  BalaSole  Dance  Company  o Dancer  for  Joe  Celej  o Teacher;  Epic  Dance  Center,  NJ  o Performer;  Celebrity  Cruises,  Busch  Gardens  and  Poet  Theatricals  

• Kelly  McClure  o Talent  Acquisition  Specialist  for  a  large  non-­‐profit  organization  that  serves  

Rochester  and  Buffalo  o Case  Manager  at  the  same  company  helping  people  get  connected  to  resources  

in  the  community  o Teaches  Zumba  and  Les  Mills  Body  Attack    

• Andrea  McNulty  o Performer;  Cruise  Ship  

• Laura  Neese  o Development  Intern  Dance  New  Amsterdam,  NY,  NY  

• Brittany  Sprung  o Aerial  Arts,  Disney  and  Universal  Studios,  FL  o Performer  and  Company  Manager  for  Fake  Off  of  On  The  Fly  Productions  o Dancer,  aerialist  and  aerial  captain;  Cedar  Point  Amusement  Park  

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o Principal  swing;  Disney  Live  on  tour  o Royal  Caribbean  cruises  

• Patrick  Leahy    o Swing/Ensemble  Vegas!  The  Show  o Norwegian  Cruise  Lines  

   2010  

• Nicole  Benoit  o National  Tour,  My  Fair  Lady  o Cruise  Ship  

• Rebekah  Brown  o MFA  (Dance)  Mills  College  o member  Natasha  Carlitz  Dance  Ensemble  o Teacher;  Spark  of  Creation  Studio  in  San  Francisco  o Teacher;  Haiao  Chinese  Academy.    

• Ashley  Currey  o Performer;  four  contracts  with  Cruise  Lines    

• John  Kasten  o STREB  Dance  

• Nicole  Klerer  o Performer;  New  Jersey  Devils  

• Susan  Krantz  o MS  Exercise  Physiology  o Cardiac  Rehabilitation  Therapist  

• Mary  Ann  Lucas  o Dancer;  Cruise  Ship  

• Krista  Scimeca  o Disney  Professional  Management  Trainee  Program  in  Arts  Management  

• Sara  Senecal    o Dancer;  Ellen  Sinopoli  Dance  Company  o Arts  in  Education  Coordinator  with  the  Center  for  Disabilities  Services  o Creative  Movement  Instructor;  Living  Resources  o Teacher;  Dance  Force  

• Angela  Todaro  o Los  Angeles  Choreographers  and  Dancers  o Dancer;  Hart  Pulse  Dance  Company  (contemporary)  o Dancer;  OdDancity  (modern/performance  art)  o Dancer;  Zahira  BellyDance  Company  (Bellydance)  o Dancer;  Lunasha  Dance  Company  (Bollywood)  o Dancer/  Co-­‐Director;  Tap-­‐That  (tap)  o Choreographer;  Jesus  Christ  Superstar,  American  Idiot  (LA  premier)  DOMA  

Theatre  Co.  

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o Choreographer/  Co-­‐Director;  Star  Theater:  ALLSTAR  Cabaret  o Choreographer;  Happy  Days,  Creative  City  Rep.  Co.  (Bel  Air  magnet)  o Various  music  videos,  TV  and  film-­‐work  acting  o Starting  health  and  wellness  business  

• Sara  Wolf    o Performer;  Walt  Disney  World    

2009  

• Christopher  Howard    o National  Tour,  Billy  Elliott;  "Spectacular  New  Production  of  'The  Phantom  of  the  

Opera,'"  US  tour,  swing/assistant  dance  captain/Actor's  Equity  Deputy    • Christie  LoCango  

o Choreographer;  Busch  Gardens  • Stephanie  Potteiger  

o National  Tour,  Michael  Jackson's  Man  In  the  Mirror  o Company  member  ALMA  

• Colleen  Walsh  o LehrerDance  Company  

 2008  

• Nicole  Dalton  o Performer;  Disney  Live!  

• Triscia  Marie  David  o Syracuse  School  of  Dance  o Syracuse  Contemporary  Dance  Company  

• Michael  Peter  Deeb  o Member  Actors'  Equity  Association  o Represented  by  McDonald  Selznick  Associates  o National  Tours:  Chorus  Line,  Young  Frankenstein  the  Musical  o Assistant  director/choreographer  for  the  West  Coast  regional  premier  of  Young  

Frankenstein  at  Musical  Theatre  West,  CA  o Performer;  Celebrity  Cruises,  premiere  of  The  Great  Gatsby  at  the  Plaza  Hotel.    o Guest  teacher;  Montclair  State  University,  SUNY  University  at  Buffalo,  dance  

studios  nationwide  o Adjudicator;  various  dance  competitions    

• Andrew  Delo  o Faculty,  Peking  University  Institute  of  World  Theater  and  Film  

• Rachel  Elzufon  o News  Reporter  for  WKBW-­‐TV,  Buffalo,  NY,  Reporter/Anchor  KYMA  TV,  Imperial  

Valley,  Arizona    • Kelsey  Emmet  

o Sitters  Studio  (an  artistic  childcare  agency)  

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o Company  Manager  and  Core  Member  of  a  dance/performance  and  outreach  company,  ALMA  NYC    

• Amanda  Glowacki  o DPT  

• Sara  Kaye    o Rehearsal  Director  and  Aerial  Trainer;  Celebrity  Cruise  Lines’  in-­‐house  

entertainment  team,  Celebrity  Cruises  Productions  o Off-­‐broadway  show;  Coco  &  the  Vanity  Vixens  o Dancer;  Parisian  showgirl  revue,  South  Florida  o Performer;  Cruise  Ship  o Aerialist:  aerial  hoop,  static  trapeze,  lollipop  Lyra  

• Jenny  Laroche  o Broadway:  Guys  and  Dolls;    o Television:  SMASH  on  NBC  o Radio  City  Rockettes  

• Shayna  (White)  Skonieczki  o Dancer;  Stiletto  Entertainment  o Dancer;  Houston  Met  o Movement  Continuum,  Lexington  Kentucky  o Dance    Faculty:  Centre  College,  Lexington,  Kentucky    

• Jason  Stotz    o Missouri  Contemporary  Ballet  o Catapult  Dance    

• Hayley  Sunshine  o Artistic  Director/Choreographer  at  ConvergeDance  Buffalo  

2007  

• Richard  Ashworth  o Principal  Dancer;  Chicago  Tap  Theatre  

• Brittany  Griffin  o Performer;  Dream  Girls,  National  Tour,  Tour/Rehearsal  Director,  South  Africa  

• Katie  Heintz  o Dancer;  Houston  Metropolitan  Dance  

• Breanne  O'Toole    o MSA  Agency  NY,  NY  

• Matt  Pardo  o Dancer;  World  Tour:  Philip  Glass  Opera  Einstein  on  the  Beach  o Dance  Faculty  and  Resident  Choreographer;  Skidmore  College  o Started  MFA  program  at  the  University  of  Wisconsin-­‐Milwaukee  o Dancer;  Lucinda  Childs  Dance  o Named  Top  100  Dancers  2010-­‐11  in  the  World    Dance  Euro  Magazine  

• Nicole  Pavone  o Urbanity  Dance,  Boston  MA      

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• Jenny  Richiuso  o National  Tour  Spamalot  

• Lindsey  (Sahm)  Prizevoits  o DPT;  Indianapolis,  IN  o Currently  developing  screening  and  injury  prevention  programs  for  dancers  

• Cesar  Salinas  o Principal  Dancer;  Gus  Giordano  Jazz  Dance  Chicago  

2006  

• Kelin  Bar  o Performer;  Spirit  Productions  o Tracie  Stanfield:  Synthesis  Dance  Project  o Instructor;  Westchester  and  Groove  Dance  Convention      

• Ashleigh  Buckley  o Special  Education  Teacher,  Boston,  MA  o Dance  instructor  part  time  at  a  studio  in  Wellesley,  MA.  

• Kristen  Danga  o Staging  Specialist,  Walt  Disney  Productions,  Orlando,  Florida  

• Claire  Jacobs-­‐Zysman  o Ellen  Sinopoli  Dance  Company  

• Danielle  Kozel    o Vegas,  "Crazy  Girls"  o Farrington  Productions  o ICE  Agency  o Royal  Caribbean  Cruise  Line  o Spirit  Productions  

• Brian  Maciak  o Owner/Director  of  The  Fuse  Dance  Center  in  Binghamton,  NY.  

• Tanya  Reese  o Stand-­‐in  and  photo  double  for  TV  and  movie  actors  o Member  of  the  musical  theatre  company  30  Minute  Musical  

• Kayli  Szczepankiewicz  o Dancer,  Sandcastle  Dinner  Theater,  Guam    

2005  

• Teal  Darkenwald  o Assistant  Professor  of  Dance  at  East  Carolina  University    o Founder  of  UltraBarre  

• Joice  Passo-­‐Henry  o Dance  coordinator  and  acting  instructor  at  Wichita  Children's  Theatre  and  Dance  

Center  in  Wichita,  KS  • Jess  Kilcullen  

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o Make  It  Work,  Advocations  helping  individuals  with  disabilities  find  employment  o Dance  Instructor:  Steps  N  Motion!    

• Alexandra  Swonder      o Buffalo  Academy  for  Visual  and  Performing  Arts,  Dance  Faculty  o MA  Dance/Education  

• Amy  VanKirk  o Assistant  Professor  of  Dance;  Radford  University  o Dancer,  Dance  Captain;  Royal  Caribbean  Cruise  Line  2005-­‐2009  o MFA  Dance;  University  of  Arizona  o BFA  Dance,  BA  Psychology;  SUNY  University  at  Buffalo  

• AnneMarie  Viavattine  o Director  and  Owner;  8  seasons  of  Via  Dance  Studio  Ltd.  Hilton,NY  o Choreographer;  RAPA’s  ROC  City  Singers  

2004  

• Amanda  Benzin    o Principal  Dancer;  Jump  Rhythm  Jazz  Project  o MFA,  University  Colorado,  Boulder  

• Sara  Mischner  Esq.    o Alternative  Investments  Practice  at  Milbank,  Tweed,  Hadley  &  McCloy  LLP.    

2003  

• Lindsey  Craven  o Assistant  Professor  of  Dance  and  the  director  of  the  dance  program  at  Salve  

Regina  University  in  Newport,  RI.    o MFA:  University  of  Arizona.    o Co-­‐editor  the  textbook  Jazz  Dance:  A  History  of  the  Roots  and  Branches!    

• Maia  Evwaraye-­‐Griffin    o Performer;  Wicked,  Broadway  Cast  

• Krystn  Kubisty-­‐Thomas  o Master  Class  Teacher  and  Dance  Intensive  instructor  to  

dance/gymnastics/baton/cheer  studios  in  VA/DC  and  MD.    • Danielle  Sheather    

o FSU  Dance  in  Paris  Study  Abroad  Program  o MFA  Candidate  University  of  Arizona  (  3  year  fellowship  recipient)  o Dance  Faculty,  University  of  Arizona    o Research  for  NDEO  on  Dance  Documentation  and  Preservation  of  Bell  Lewitzky,  

Merce  Cunningham  and  Paul  Taylor  o Yoga  Instructor,  NYC    

• Jill  Terkelsen  o Teacher;  Special  Education,  Hudson  Valley  of  New  York.  

• Roberto  Villanueva  

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o Principal  Dancer;  Alpha  Omega  Dance  Company,  Complexions  Dance  Company,  and  Marie-­‐Christine  Giordano  Dance  

o Executive/Artistic  Director  BalaSole  Dance  Company,  Inc.    

2002  

• Courtney  Anderson  o MFA  SUNY  Brockport  o University  of  Rochester,  Lecturer    

• Robin  Slisz  Bishop  o Owner/Director,  Danceabilty  MSW  

• Yvonne  (Messer)  Diaz-­‐Flores  o Dance  studio  owner;  In  Focus  Dance  Center,  Wyandotte,  MI  

• Andrea  Fornarola-­‐Hunsberger  o Owner/Director;  Elements  Fitness,  NYC  

• Rebecca  Guile-­‐Wind  o Director;  Xtreme  Dance  Project  and  Infinity  Dance  

• Shelley  Isler  o Choreographer;  Busch  Gardens    

• Lisa  Ientilucci  o Principal  Dancer;  LehrerDance  

• Nikia  Manders  o Dance  Faculty;  The  Berkeley  Institute,  Bermuda  

• Marissa  Manzare  o Boston  Ballet  School  Administrative  Director  

• Gina  Pero  o Radio  City  Rockettes,  Las  Vegas  o Founder;  Inside  Out,  an  audition  technique  seminar  

• Meghen  Squires  o Convergence  Dance  Theater,  Honolulu,  Hawaii  o MFA  University  of  Hawaii  o Adjunct  Dance  -­‐  Anderson  University  

• Jessica  Wolfrum  o Principal  Dancer;  River  North  Chicago  Dance  Company  

   2001  

• Takyia  Amin  o Ph.D.  Assistant  Professor;  North  Carolina  University,  Chapel  Hill    

• Joe  Celej  o Dancer  and  Choreographer;  Elisa  Monte  Dance  and  Houston  Metropolitan  Dance  

Company  

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• Channon  Judson  o Principal  Dancer;  Urban  Bush  Women  o Broadway:  Fela  

• Amy  Pizio  o MA  Dance  Education  SUNY  Brockport  o Aiken  Performing  Arts  High  School,  South  Carolina,  Dance  Faculty  

• Robin  Thompson  o Ph.D.,  Adjunct  New  York  University  

2000  

• Sara  Bowen  o Principal  Dancer;  Jump  Rhythm  Jazz  Project  

• Rene  Giglia-­‐  Heitzenrater  o Dance  Instructor;  adjudicating  dance  competitions;  teaching  master  classes  

regionally/nationally.  o Founder/owner;  Barre  Fitness  and  Beyond,  Buffalo,  NY  

• Donielle  Janora    o Adjunct  instructor;  Institute  of  Technology  Hoboken,  NJ  2000  o Yoga  and  barre  certified  o Dance  Team  Advisor  and  Choreographer  for  the  United  States  Tournament  of  

Dance  • Michelle  Willadeson  

o Dance  Faculty;  Drury  University,  Missouri  • Ishia  Shebanie  Wilson  

o 200  hr  certified  Vinyasa  and  Hot  Yoga  Teacher  o Manager;  Tadasana  Yoga  Studio  in  Wappinger  Falls  

   1999    

• Tracy  Degenfelder  –  Navarro    o University  at  Buffalo  Lecturer,  Dance  

1998  

• Leanne  Rinelli  o Dayton  Contemporary  Dance  o  Bill  Evans  Dance  o Adjunct  Buffalo  State  College  o MFA  Dance,  SUNY  Brockport  

• Jill  (Vogt)  Tirone  o Owner  of  DanceFit  Marketing,  LLC    

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§ DanceFit  Marketing  is  a  team  of  creative  marketing  experts,  dancers,  and  designers  who  understand  the  dance  studio  business.    

• Michelle  Utzig    o National  Tours:  Crazy  for  You,  Peter  Pan    

   1996  

• Melissa  Speight  Dukofsky    o M.A.,  LCAT,  LMHC,  BC-­‐DMT,  NCC.  o Dance  Movement  Therapist  and  Licensed  Mental  Health  Counselor  o Advanced  Reiki  Practitioner  o Senior  psychotherapist  in  the  Department  of  Psychiatry  at  North  Shore  

University  Hospital  in  Manhasset,  New  York  o Dance/movement  therapy  supervisor/consultant  for  Queens  Children’s  

Psychiatric  Center  o Private  practice  focusing  on  pain  management  for  those  suffering  with  chronic  

pain  conditions  • Jamie  Holmer  

o Performer,  Choreographer;  Rugrats,  National  Tour;  42nd  Street,  European  Tour    • Beth  Polito    

o National  Tours;  Some  Like  it  Hot,  Beauty  and  the  Beast    

1994  

• Dr.Tammy  Bialek-­‐Lehrer  o Chiropractor    

• Melanie  Manale-­‐Horton  o Principal  Dancer;  River  North  Chicago  Dance  Company  

• Michael  Lambert  o Dance  faculty,  Buffalo  State  College    o Adjunct;  University  at  Buffalo,  Dance  

• Marty  Nagel  o Performer,  Choreographer,  and  Master  Teacher  

• Stephen  Hunneshagen  o Performer;  Peep  Show,  Off  Broadway  

• Jon  Lehrer  o Artistic  Director;  LehrerDance  o Gus  Giordano  Jazz  Dance  Chicago  o Erick  Hawkins  Dance  

• Karen  Schupp    o Arizona  State  University,  Assistant  Professor  of  Dance;  MFA  

   

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1992  

• Anne  Biancofiore  Beck  o Choreographer,  Educator,  and  Performer;  Saturday  Night  Fever,  Broadway  

• Jeffry  Denman    o Actor,  Director,  Choreographer,  Playwright,  and  Author  o Broadway:  White  Christmas,  The  Producers,  Dream,  Cats,  and  How  to  Succeed  in  

Business...;  author  and  choreographer  of  Dancing  in  the  Dark  &  My  Year  With  the  Producers  

• Maria  Jo  Ralabate  Canosa  o Performer;  Cats,  Broadway  Credit  o World  Dancer  Epcot  Center  

   1991  

• Tara  Kane  Philips  o Instructor;  ballet  and  karate  (2nd  degree  black  belt)  o Nutritional  cleansing  and  replenishing  consultant  o Dancer;  Tokyo  Disneyland  

 Graduate  Study  

Students  matriculated  in  graduate  programs  in  the  following  schools:  Ohio  State  University;  University  of  Arizona;  Arizona  State  University;  Sarah  Lawrence;  University  of  Michigan;  University  of  California,  Irvine;  Oklahoma  City  University,  Syracuse  University,  Rutgers  University