Dance
In Emma Willard School's dance studio, students learn and rehearse in a variety of dance styles and perform in assemblies, the annual spring concert, on tour and in other special performance events.
Dance Curriculum
Dance offerings include three levels of ballet and contemporary dance, multilevel jazz, core fundamentals, and an advanced level performing group. All levels have the opportunity to participate in master classes by professional guest artists, view live professional dance companies, and experience the accomplishment of performing. Advanced students can explore composition and choreography through independent study.
![Community members on stage dancing and playing drums wearing Ghanian clothing and led by instructors.]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1740170334/emmawillardorg/akjcx9kltuori2yphpzf/8G7A0456.jpg","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1740170334/emmawillardorg/akjcx9kltuori2yphpzf/8G7A0456.jpg","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_3/v1740170334/emmawillardorg/akjcx9kltuori2yphpzf/8G7A0456.jpg","width":800},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_4/v1740170334/emmawillardorg/akjcx9kltuori2yphpzf/8G7A0456.jpg","width":1200},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_5/v1740170334/emmawillardorg/akjcx9kltuori2yphpzf/8G7A0456.jpg","width":1600},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_6/v1740170334/emmawillardorg/akjcx9kltuori2yphpzf/8G7A0456.jpg","width":2200}])
The Emma Willard School campus community recently had the opportunity to participate in a week of instruction from guest artists Paschal Yao Younge and Zelma Badu-Younge. Culminating in performances at the end of the week, the classes were open to anyone on campus who was interested in attending!
![Visiting Artists]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1738780590/emmawillardorg/kcxaiz6age9v9bhh8aad/8G7A0033.jpg","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1738780590/emmawillardorg/kcxaiz6age9v9bhh8aad/8G7A0033.jpg","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_3/v1738780590/emmawillardorg/kcxaiz6age9v9bhh8aad/8G7A0033.jpg","width":800},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_4/v1738780590/emmawillardorg/kcxaiz6age9v9bhh8aad/8G7A0033.jpg","width":1200},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_5/v1738780590/emmawillardorg/kcxaiz6age9v9bhh8aad/8G7A0033.jpg","width":1600},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_6/v1738780590/emmawillardorg/kcxaiz6age9v9bhh8aad/8G7A0033.jpg","width":2200}])
This week we welcomed artists Paschal Yao Younge and Zelma Badu-Younge to campus for drum and dance workshops. The week will culminate in a performance this Friday—more information and photos coming soon!
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Eisenhower Dance Detroit was here teaching classes and holding lecture demonstrations in the capital region in advance of their show this Friday at the Egg. Eisenhower Dance Detroit is a contemporary company out of Detroit, MI. The students were treated to a vibrant intermediate ballet class by Meagan Cubides with a focus on seeing beyond the space they were dancing within.
![Two students dancing on a stage.]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1715193417/emmawillardorg/p8redozcjlpsbj0kdxpt/8G7A4164-Enhanced-NR.png","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1715193417/emmawillardorg/p8redozcjlpsbj0kdxpt/8G7A4164-Enhanced-NR.png","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_3/v1715193417/emmawillardorg/p8redozcjlpsbj0kdxpt/8G7A4164-Enhanced-NR.png","width":800},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_4/v1715193417/emmawillardorg/p8redozcjlpsbj0kdxpt/8G7A4164-Enhanced-NR.png","width":1200},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_5/v1715193417/emmawillardorg/p8redozcjlpsbj0kdxpt/8G7A4164-Enhanced-NR.png","width":1600},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_6/v1715193417/emmawillardorg/p8redozcjlpsbj0kdxpt/8G7A4164-Enhanced-NR.png","width":2200}])
May is a celebration of Asian American and Pacific Islander (AAPI) Heritage Month in the United States. Last Friday at Emma Willard School, we gathered at an assembly presented by the Asian Student Union (ASU) and the South Asian Sub Division (SASD) to recognize AAPI culture in our country and institution.
![Spring Showcase 2024]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1714502064/emmawillardorg/giyhn90zfkxoknwddvop/IMG_3946.jpg","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1714502064/emmawillardorg/giyhn90zfkxoknwddvop/IMG_3946.jpg","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_3/v1714502064/emmawillardorg/giyhn90zfkxoknwddvop/IMG_3946.jpg","width":800},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_4/v1714502064/emmawillardorg/giyhn90zfkxoknwddvop/IMG_3946.jpg","width":1200},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_5/v1714502064/emmawillardorg/giyhn90zfkxoknwddvop/IMG_3946.jpg","width":1600},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_6/v1714502064/emmawillardorg/giyhn90zfkxoknwddvop/IMG_3946.jpg","width":2200}])
Spring Showcase, a much-anticipated tradition on campus, highlights students’ hard work from the 2023–2024 school year in Signature capstone projects, Jestermester, and Emma Artists.
Dance Studios
Our dance studios are located in the new Alice Dodge Wallace ’38 Center for the Performing Arts. These beautiful spaces are bright and airy, featuring vaulted ceilings, wood sprung floors, and audio/visual equipment, providing the opportunity for students to critique their work as well as view historical and contemporary performances. The contemporary classes enjoy a live accompanist for many of their classes.
