Dance performance by UW Madison students

Dance at UW-Madison

Dance Career Pathways

icon of a computerProfessional 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.

icon of a computerDance Education

Teach others the art and science of movement; help others achieve their potential through feedback.

icon of a computerHealthcare and Wellness

Understand human connection and movement science in the physical, behavioral, and mental health care of others.

icon of a computerArt Administration

Facilitate the day-to-day operations of an arts organization including
fundraising, community relations, event management, budgeting, and financial management.

icon of a computerProduction

Design, direct, or manage artistic and technical projects to ensure a smooth and on-time run.

icon of a computerDance Advocacy

Promote the wide-ranging benefits of dance and utilize dance to facilitate community-building and connection.

Dance class taught at UW Madison

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

Explore: Dance Employers

Check out some of the companies and organizations that hire people on this pathway!

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Karen McShane-Hellenbrand

Dance Department Undergraduate Advisor
she/her
kamcshan@wisc.edu

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Lore Bennett

Career and Internship Advisor for Art
they/them
ljbennett2@wisc.edu

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