Dance at UW-Madison
Dance Career Pathways
Professional Dance and Choreography
Perform in front of a live audience, on film, or on television, utilizing a variety of styles. Create movement sequences and artistic narrative for a piece.
Dance Education
Teach others the art and science of movement; help others achieve their potential through feedback.
Healthcare and Wellness
Understand human connection and movement science in the physical, behavioral, and mental health care of others.
Art Administration
Facilitate the day-to-day operations of an arts organization including
fundraising, community relations, event management, budgeting, and financial management.
Production
Design, direct, or manage artistic and technical projects to ensure a smooth and on-time run.
Dance Advocacy
Promote the wide-ranging benefits of dance and utilize dance to facilitate community-building and connection.
Top Skills Learned
- Communication
- Collaboration
- Receiving and applying feedback
- Understanding body language and context
- Creative thinking and problem solving
- Using physical movement to express an idea or a story
Gain Experience Through
- Internships
- Apprenticeships
- Showcases
- Job shadows
- Informational interviews
- UW student organizations
Get Connected
- UW-Madison Dance Student Organizations and Clubs:
- Join ConnectED Badgers: Arts, Health, and Education on LinkedIn and interact with alumni, faculty, staff, and peers.
Key Courses To Explore
- Dance 110: Dance Topics
- Dance 111: Contemporary Dance
- Dance 125: Ballet Technique I
- Dance 140: Dance Production
- Dance 156: Movement through improvisation
Explore: Dance Employers
Check out some of the companies and organizations that hire people on this pathway!
Meet your advising team
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