July 7, 2009—The Belhaven College Dance Department announces nearly two dozen performance dates for the 2009-2010 academic year. The dance performances feature a combination of original choreography, classical ballet, modern dance, improvisational dance, local artists, and much more. All performances are open to the public, and all dates and times are listed below. For further information about the Dance Department, email dance@belhaven.edu or call the Admission office at 1-800-960-5940.
October 3
Community Dance Concert
Saturday, 7:30 pm, Concert Hall
Members of Belhaven College dance faculty join together with Belhaven alumni and other local dance artists to offer an inspiring and exciting evening of dance. General admission $10, Seniors/Students/ Children $5, and Belhaven College faculty and staff $2. Doors open at 7:00 p.m.
October 17
Composition and Improvisation
Saturday, 7:30 pm, Concert Hall
Faculty and Students from the departments of Music and Dance will collaborate on an evening of creative and explorative arts as music and dance coincide. General admission $5. Complimentary admission for children, Belhaven faculty/staff/students. Doors open at 7:00 p.m.
November 13, 14, 19, 20, 21
Fall Faculty Dance Concert
7:30 pm, Visual Arts and Dance Center; 11:30 am Matinee on Thursday, November 19
A showcase of choreography by dance faculty and guest artists, presented by the Belhaven College Dance Ensemble. Styles for the evening include classical and contemporary ballet and traditional and contemporary modern. General admission $10, Seniors/Students $5. Complimentary admission for children, Belhaven faculty/staff/students. Doors open at 7:00 pm, 10:30 am for Thursday matinee.
December 3, 4
DOXA Fall Concert
Thursday and Friday 7:30 pm, Bitsy Irby Visual Arts and Dance Center
This event highlights emerging young creative artists’ choreography and performance which is produced by members of DOXA, the dance department’s student led organization. General admission $10, Seniors/Students/Children $2. Complimentary admission for children, Belhaven faculty/staff/students. Doors open at 7:00 pm.
February 12, 13
Dance Ministry Ensemble
7:30 pm, Visual Arts and Dance Center
An evening of dance presentation aimed to bring inspiration and encouragement to the soul. General admission $10, Seniors/Students $5. Complimentary admission for children, Belhaven faculty/staff/students. Doors open at 7:00 pm.
March 3, 4, 5, 6
Senior Dance Concerts
7:30 pm, Bitsy Irby Visual Arts and Dance Center Studio Theatre
Graduating BFA students proudly present creative original senior projects exhibiting the culmination of their dance studies. Come experience the passion and maturity evident in these inspiring young performers and choreographers. General admission $10, Seniors/Students $5. Complimentary admission for children, Belhaven faculty/staff/students. Doors open at 7:00 pm Reception following.
April 9, 10, 15, 16, 17
Spring Faculty Dance Concert
7:30 pm, Visual Arts and Dance Center; 11:30 am Matinee on Thursday, April 15
A display of unique choreography by dance faculty and guest artists, presented by the Belhaven College Dance Ensemble. Styles for the evening include classical and contemporary ballet, modern and cultural dance. General admission $10, Seniors/Students $5. Complimentary admission for children, Belhaven faculty/staff/students. Doors open at 7:00 pm, 10:30 am for Thursday matinee.
April 23 and 24
DOXA Spring Concert
Friday and Saturday 7:30 pm, Bitsy Irby Visual Arts and Dance Center
This event highlights emerging young creative artists’ choreography and performance which is produced by members of DOXA, the dance department’s student led organization. General admission $10, Seniors/Students/Children $2. Complimentary admission for children, Belhaven faculty/staff/students. Doors open at 7:00 pm.
Belhaven College is one of just 30 colleges and universities in the U.S. to offer nationally accredited degree programs in all four of the arts: dance, music, theatre, and visual arts. The Belhaven Dance program stands apart from other schools through its accreditation by the National Association of Schools of Dance (NASD), coupled with its emphasis on teaching the biblical worldview.