Skip to main content

byu contemporary dance theatre

data-content-type="article"

World of Dance performers share their motivation

September 21, 2023 12:00 AM
Behind the lights and glam of BYU's World of Dance team are hardworking students who dedicate countless hours of preparation for the Department of Dance's annual opening showcase.
overrideBackgroundColorOrImage= overrideTextColor= overrideTextAlignment= overrideCardHideSection= overrideCardHideByline= overrideCardHideDescription= overridebuttonBgColor= overrideButtonText= overrideTextAlignment=
data-content-type="article"

World of Dance performed at the de Jong Concert Hall for the last time

September 22, 2022 12:00 AM
BYU touring dance companies Ballroom Dance Company, Contemporary Dance Theatre, International Folk Dance Ensemble, Living Legend and Theatre Ballet said their last goodbye to the de Jong Concert hall on Sept. 17 after 54 years of performing World of Dance there.
overrideBackgroundColorOrImage= overrideTextColor= overrideTextAlignment= overrideCardHideSection= overrideCardHideByline= overrideCardHideDescription= overridebuttonBgColor= overrideButtonText= overrideTextAlignment=
data-content-type="article"

Dancers share message at performance devotional

November 13, 2019 12:00 AM
Excited students gathered in the Marriott Center Nov. 12 for a special devotional. Some students chattered throughout the crowd as they waited for the event to start, and others fixated on a series of inspirational videos presented by BYU's Department of Dance.
overrideBackgroundColorOrImage= overrideTextColor= overrideTextAlignment= overrideCardHideSection= overrideCardHideByline= overrideCardHideDescription= overridebuttonBgColor= overrideButtonText= overrideTextAlignment=
data-content-type="article"
Art

World of Dance promotes unity for both audience and performers

September 23, 2019 12:00 AM
The start of fall semester marks the beginning of classes on campus, but for some dancers at BYU, the beginning of a new school year is filled with dress rehearsal for the annual World of Dance concert.
overrideBackgroundColorOrImage= overrideTextColor= overrideTextAlignment= overrideCardHideSection= overrideCardHideByline= overrideCardHideDescription= overridebuttonBgColor= overrideButtonText= overrideTextAlignment=
data-content-type="article"

World of Dance showcases BYU performing groups

September 23, 2018 12:00 AM
Dancers from BYU's Theatre Ballet, International Folk Dance Ensemble, Living Legends, Contemporary Dance Theatre, and Ballroom Dance Company performed at 'World of Dance' at the de Jong Concert Hall on Sept. 21-22. (BYU Department of Dance)
overrideBackgroundColorOrImage= overrideTextColor= overrideTextAlignment= overrideCardHideSection= overrideCardHideByline= overrideCardHideDescription= overridebuttonBgColor= overrideButtonText= overrideTextAlignment=
data-content-type="article"

BYU performance groups bring cheers at dance assembly

November 08, 2016 12:00 AM
BYU's dance performance groups combined in the Marriott Center for a special dance assembly Tuesday, Nov. 8.
overrideBackgroundColorOrImage= overrideTextColor= overrideTextAlignment= overrideCardHideSection= overrideCardHideByline= overrideCardHideDescription= overridebuttonBgColor= overrideButtonText= overrideTextAlignment=
data-content-type="article"

BYU Dance in Concert combines cultures, tastes for collaborative performance

September 16, 2016 12:00 AM
The Contemporary Dance Theatre performs 'Ordinary Festivals.' Concert numbers display different cultures and perspectives. (Gianluca Cuestas)
overrideBackgroundColorOrImage= overrideTextColor= overrideTextAlignment= overrideCardHideSection= overrideCardHideByline= overrideCardHideDescription= overridebuttonBgColor= overrideButtonText= overrideTextAlignment=
data-content-type="article"

BYU dancers swayed to the rhythms of summer

September 07, 2016 12:00 AM
BYU's dance groups had a busy summer that kept their technique on pointe for Fall Semester.
overrideBackgroundColorOrImage= overrideTextColor= overrideTextAlignment= overrideCardHideSection= overrideCardHideByline= overrideCardHideDescription= overridebuttonBgColor= overrideButtonText= overrideTextAlignment=
data-content-type="article"
Art

BYU dance department takes evidance to a new level with live music

September 16, 2015 12:00 AM
BYU student practices for Evidance. The dancers will be participating with musicians to add a new element to the performance. (Jaren Wilkey/BYU)
overrideBackgroundColorOrImage= overrideTextColor= overrideTextAlignment= overrideCardHideSection= overrideCardHideByline= overrideCardHideDescription= overridebuttonBgColor= overrideButtonText= overrideTextAlignment=
data-content-type="article"

Contemporary Dance Theatre ready for Europe tour

April 07, 2015 12:00 AM
Colin Holbrook (left) and Heidi Jorgensen (right) are both third-year Contemporary Dance Theatre performers. (Chris Peddecord)
overrideBackgroundColorOrImage= overrideTextColor= overrideTextAlignment= overrideCardHideSection= overrideCardHideByline= overrideCardHideDescription= overridebuttonBgColor= overrideButtonText= overrideTextAlignment=
data-content-type="article"

BYU Contemporary Dance Theatre taking love to new heights

January 14, 2013 12:00 AM
The BYU Contemporary Dance Theatre wants to change perceptions of love with their upcoming performance, 'The Thing About Love.'
overrideBackgroundColorOrImage= overrideTextColor= overrideTextAlignment= overrideCardHideSection= overrideCardHideByline= overrideCardHideDescription= overridebuttonBgColor= overrideButtonText= overrideTextAlignment=
data-content-type="article"

eviDANCE takes a whole new spin on the World of Dance

September 11, 2012 12:00 AM
The BYU touring dance companies are coming together to perform in a unified manner expressing how dance is a part of their everyday lives this weekend in the de Jong Concert Hall.
overrideBackgroundColorOrImage= overrideTextColor= overrideTextAlignment= overrideCardHideSection= overrideCardHideByline= overrideCardHideDescription= overridebuttonBgColor= overrideButtonText= overrideTextAlignment=
data-content-type="article"

'Dance and All That Jazz' Combines Live Music and Powerful Dancing

January 25, 2012 12:00 AM
It is a performance that has been anticipated for 30 years. The leaders of the Contemporary Dance Theatre and Synthesis band have gotten back together, three decades since they last worked together on a show.
overrideBackgroundColorOrImage= overrideTextColor= overrideTextAlignment= overrideCardHideSection= overrideCardHideByline= overrideCardHideDescription= overridebuttonBgColor= overrideButtonText= overrideTextAlignment=