THE CURRICULUM
The Dance Department curriculum features training in ballet, jazz, tap, modern and Pilates. Pre-professional students are encouraged to expand their dance knowledge and creativity through classes in Exercize for Dancers, History of Dance, Choreography, Dance Production and Rehearsal and Performance.

DEGREE PROGRAM
Students can earn an Associate of Arts Degree in Dance by taking a minimum of 60 units with an overall GPA of 2.0 and completing the required dance and general eductation courses.

THE FACILITIES
The Dance Department studio has a sprung hardwood floor, extensive sound equipment and mirrors on three sides, allowing for meticulous attention to alignment and movement sequences. The Department presents two concerts each year. These performances are held in the intimate 405 seat McKinney Theatre, which is equiped with a maley floor, cyclorama, fly system, computerized lighting system, dressing rooms, green room and large scene shop. In addition, the college has its own cable television station which broadcasts the Dance Department's concerts throughout South Orange County.

THE FACULTY
Faculty members for the Dance Department have been carefully selected for both their dance and teaching experience. All faculty members have performed and taught throughout the country. In addition, regional, national and international dance artists are invited each year to conduct master classes.

AUDITIONS
Auditions are not required for admission into the Dance Department. However auditions are required for participation in the performing ensemble which produces a major concert each semester. These auditions are held the first week of classes each semester.