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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 Camps

Arts Boarding School

Dance Major

Online Arts Programs

Virtual Instruction

The Dance Division at Interlochen has completely prepared me to show the world that this is who I am and this is what I'm 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.

Interlochen Arts Academy dance instructor teaches student at the barre

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. 

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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. 

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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

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Strength and sensitivity: Craig Hall of the New York City Ballet teaches Arts Academy dancers to embrace their contradictions

In ballet, power meets grace—and few understand this duality better than Craig Hall. Known for his masterful partnering of the world's top ballerinas, Hall showed Interlochen Arts Academy dancers how to harness both strength and sensitivity in their craft.

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Sparkling costumes and fresh scenic design will grace this year’s performance of ‘The Nutcracker’

Featuring more roles than ever and a live performance of Tchaikovsky’s classic score, the performance promises holiday enjoyment for audiences of all ages.

Students in the Music Center
What are the benefits of attending a performing arts high school?

Interlochen Arts Academy's admission staff, faculty, and students share the top six reasons performing arts high schools prepare students for college and beyond.

Dance Events
Dec
12

Dance, Academy Student

"The Nutcracker"

Thursday, December 12, 2024 - 7:30 p.m. ET

Corson Auditorium Adult $42; Child-College $19

Dec
13

Dance, Academy Student

"The Nutcracker"

Friday, December 13, 2024 - 7:30 p.m. ET

Corson Auditorium Adult $42; Child-College $19

Dec
14

Dance, Academy Student

"The Nutcracker"

Saturday, December 14, 2024 - 2 p.m. ET

Corson Auditorium Adult $47; Child-College $19

See what you can experience at Interlochen.

Come to a place where creatives thrive—and see how your unique journey unfolds. Plan your visit, request more information, or apply/register to an Interlochen Center for the Arts program today.

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