The Theater and Dance program at Amherst College fosters students' creative and intellectual development by emphasizing skills in creative problem solving, collaboration, and playful exploration. The curriculum offers an interdisciplinary foundation in performance arts, encouraging innovative approaches and personal expression. Students are equipped to engage in diverse performance practices and scholarly research, culminating in a senior project that specializes in areas such as choreography, playwriting, directing, design, dance, acting, or integrated disciplines.
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The Theater and Dance program at Amherst College fosters students' creative and intellectual development by emphasizing skills in creative problem solving, collaboration, and playful exploration. The curriculum offers an interdisciplinary foundation in performance arts, encouraging innovative approaches and personal expression. Students are equipped to engage in diverse performance practices and scholarly research, culminating in a senior project that specializes in areas such as choreography, playwriting, directing, design, dance, acting, or integrated disciplines.
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Starting 2026-09-01
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Courses include:The Language of MovementContemporary Dance Technique: The Influence of Black ArtistsContemporary Dance Technique: Hip HopElements of Performance: Perception and AnalysisContemporary Fashion in a Historical PerspectiveScene DesignPlaywritingPerformance Studio
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Applicants must submit the Common Application, Coalition Application, or QuestBridge Application, along with the Amherst College Writing Supplement. A non-refundable $65 application fee or a fee waiver is required. Additional materials include a school report, secondary school transcript, counselor recommendation, two teacher recommendations (preferably in English, Math, Science, Social Studies, or Foreign Language), and optional standardized test scores (SAT or ACT). Early Decision applicants must provide first marking period grades and mid-year reports. Meeting these requirements ensures a comprehensive review of the applicant's academic and personal profile.
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