The USC Glorya Kaufman School of Dance participates in a number of on-campus, off-campus and virtual events throughout the year. These opportunities include masterclasses with USC Kaufman faculty, information sessions, tours, student panels and more. Please note that, while we may participate in programs with an audition component, we do not audition students outside of our admission process.
Discover USC Kaufman Open House
Sunday, October 20, 2024
Join USC Kaufman Faculty and Staff for Discover USC – held Sunday, October 20th at the USC Glorya Kaufman School of Dance.
Starting a 10:00 AM PT, Kaufman will host open-level classes for Prospective Students taught by our world-renowned faculty members.
Students will have the opportunity to experience two back-to-back technique classes of their choice.
Guardians and students will also be able to participate in building tours and information sessions about our BFA and Minor programs, hosted by our Kaufman Admissions Staff and Student Ambassadors.
Class details, times, and faculty members will be announced soon. The event will end at approximately 3:00 p.m.
Participants can sign up here.
Discover USC Kaufman in NYC
Saturday, November 9 & Sunday, November 10
Join USC Kaufman at New York Live Arts for free open level technique classes taught by Kaufman faculty members Jackie Kopcsak, Patrick Corbin, and Shannon Grayson. Kaufman will also host information sessions about our BFA and Minor program for guardians with the opportunity to connect with USC Assistant Dean of Admissions and Student Affairs, Daveon Swan. The program is open to all high school students and their guardians.
This day-long event mirrors a day-in-the-life of a typical Kaufman student. Participants will be expected to stay for the day and engage in all activities. Please choose one date — November 9 or November 10 — as it is the same schedule both days.
Saturday, November 9
New York Live Arts: Discover USC Event, Day #1
219 W 19th St, New York, NY 10011
- 10:00–10:30 AM | Student Check-in
- 10:30–11:00 AM | Welcome Q&A with Kaufman Dean and Faculty
- 11:00 AM–12:00 PM | Class #1: Ballet
- 11:00 AM–12:00 PM | Info Session for Parents with Asst. Dean of Admissions and Student Affairs
- 12:00–1:00 PM | Class #2: Contemporary
- 1:00–2:00 PM | Lunch Break
- 2:00–3:00 PM | Class #3: Hip Hop
Sunday, November 10
New York Live Arts: Discover USC Event, Day #2
219 W 19th St, New York, NY 10011
- 10:00–10:30 AM | Student Check-in
- 10:30–11:00 AM | Welcome Q&A with Kaufman Dean and Faculty
- 11:00 AM–12:00 PM | Class #1: Ballet
- 11:00 AM–12:00 PM | Info Session for Parents in Asst. Dean of Admissions and Student Affairs
- 12:00–1:00 PM | Class #2: Contemporary
- 1:00–2:00 PM | Lunch Break
- 2:00–3:00 PM | Class #3: Hip Hop
USC Office of Admission Events
- Information Session: Attend a First-Year Information Session or Transfer Information Session either online or in person. Register today!
- Student Led-Tours: Tour campus with a current USC student or take a self-guided tour. Register today!
- Discover USC: USC Office of Admission representatives are available to connect with students at Discover USC events throughout the globe. Register today! Please note that USC Kaufman representatives are not available. However, these events are a great opportunity to learn about the university as a whole.