Dance
Why Study Dance at Interlochen
You'll join a passionate, dedicated, high caliber group of dancers who have the same lifelong desire as you: to bring beauty to life through movement. You’ll learn from experienced faculty members who have performed, instructed, and choreographed at the heights of the profession.
Through Interlochen’s outstanding dance programs, you'll be inspired to reach for your dreams and express yourself in fresh and challenging ways.
Summer Arts Camp
Dance CampsArts Boarding School
Dance MajorOnline Courses and Lessons
Dance ProgramsLifelong Learning
Dance Workshops
The Dance Division at Interlochen has completely prepared me to show the world that this is who I am and this is what I am here to do.
Austin Dabney '19, Arts Academy (Dance)
An Unparalleled Dance Education
At Interlochen, dancers strengthen their technique, create a distinctive presence, and develop performance resilience.
Prepare for Greatness with the Best
Faculty from nationally and internationally renowned dance companies, schools, and university programs bring diverse points of view and integrate current methods in their teaching. Many professional companies, conservatories, and top-tier university programs send representatives to campus to watch student auditions in-person.
Find Yourself on Stage
Whether it's on stage at Corson Auditorium or on tour to Carnegie Hall, you’ll stretch yourself with frequent, high-caliber dance and collaborative performance opportunities at Interlochen.
A Setting Designed for Beauty
Interlochen’s new and expanded 26,000 square foot, state-of-the-art Dance Center features professional-grade equipment with eye-popping panoramic views from the studios.
Dance News & Features
Here’s what two sophomores had to say about taking master classes with greats like Gillian Murphy, Herman Cornejo, Peter Sparling, and more.
12 Arts Academy students earned accolades in one of the nation’s leading awards programs for high school-age artists.
Patrick Michaels has always loved to dance—and now, he studies at one of the world’s premier schools for young dancers. From new friendships to college-prep academics, here are some of his favorite experiences from freshman year.
Dance Events
Friday, February 13, 2026 - 7:30 p.m. ET
Corson Auditorium Adult $34; Child - College $19
Saturday, February 14, 2026 - 2 p.m. ET
Corson Auditorium Adult $34; Child - College $19
Saturday, February 14, 2026 - 7:30 p.m. ET
Corson Auditorium Adult $34; Child - College $19