Can anyone speak about the dance program? My daughter was accepted to UMass and is planning to audition in
March for the program. Nothing on this forum regarding…wondering about the quality of program and teachers, strengths, weaknesses and others experience with the program.
Thank you!
We are big UMass Amherst fans for most majors but sorry to report that the performance and fine arts, including dance, are just not a priority for this campus. The Fine Arts building is in rough shape with lots of leaks, broken equipment, etc. I understand there are problems with most of the dance and rehearsal spaces. I would look for a school that makes the performing arts a higher priority if dance is your priority. Good luck
Thanks for the info. Newengland2012, We are in state, so the appeal of a lower tuition is certainly a factor. My daughter would like the opportunity to dance in some capacity, maybe double major, but it would not be her only major. Thanks again.
Anyone else have any thoughts?
I’ve got a friend who’s a dance major, and she seems pretty pleased with the program. It’s a small department (I can’t remember if it’s 50 students per graduating class or 50 students in the whole department), but she says the teachers have good dance backgrounds. She’s also found a lot of opportunities to dance/perform at UMass and in the 5-college area. Lastly, she’s doing a double major too, so she keeps busy.