USC Kaufman presents new and existing repertory curated by Artists-in-Residence and faculty.
USC Kaufman professor Achinta S. McDaniel curates an immersive program that includes appearances by special guests Payal Kadakia, Aparna Ramaswamy, and Bushra Khan.
D’Amato’s work centers on Los Angeles dance history—specifically, the life of legendary ballet teacher Carmelita Maracci.
Rhaine Marquardt (BFA ’26) recounts her experience working with Stephanie Troyak on Pina Bausch repertory over an unforgettable week.
The widely regarded dancer, choreographer, and pedagogue from Los Angeles reflects on life and how her creative process is all about transformation.
The USC Glorya Kaufman School of Dance welcomes Darrell Grand Moultrie, Janie Taylor, and Micaela Taylor.
Local and international travels gave USC Kaufman BFA students a chance to explore their passions and sharpen their skills.
As fall arrives, three of USC Kaufman’s fourth-year student ambassadors share highlights of summer break, what they’re looking forward to in 2024-2025, and advice for incoming students.
The beginning of the 2024-2025 academic year marks an auspicious moment in the school’s history.
This year’s incoming cohort—the tenth since the school welcomed its first in 2015—hails from every corner of the United States and the globe.
Looking back on USC Kaufman’s Jacob’s Pillow debut and inaugural performance at the Joan & Edgar Booth Theatre at Boston University.
The Assistant Dean of Programming and Special Projects discusses the joy of curation and challenging artists in meaningful ways.
Troyak (BFA ’19) talks about her journey to becoming a Dallas Cowboys Cheerleader and how USC Kaufman helped her get there.
Dance is once again at the heart of a robust performance season.
The career of the USC Kaufman Board of Councilors member spans four decades as an award-winning choreographer, director, and producer.
Summer Vu (BFA ’25) turns back the clock on her time in Berlin during USC Kaufman’s Maymester program.
USC Kaufman remains committed to creating a more diverse, equitable, and inclusive school.
Abraham was recognized for his work “Are You in Your Feelings?” for Alvin Ailey American Dance Theater.
In a school first, USC Kaufman will bring a program of original works to America’s longest-running international dance festival and the Boston region.
Photo highlights from the culminating production of the 2023-2024 academic year.
Highlights of Friday, May 10, and the celebration of the sixth graduating class of the USC Glorya Kaufman School of Dance.
The new film documents USC Kaufman BFA students as they learn the technical aspects of performing for a TV audience from some of the top choreographers in the the industry.
“Be open to change. Stay open. Change brings opportunity. Meeting the changes of life with the resilience of being a dancer is what will make you remarkable.”
“We forged deep connections that carried us through our first year, and there we all stood together.”
USC Kaufman Professor Bruce McCormick and educators from around the country shed light on the curation process.
Get to know faculty member Shannon Grayson, as she shares her passion for teaching, technique certifications and more.
BFA juniors and seniors performed their original choreography Thursday.
Commissioned by the Joffrey Academy of Dance, Mehta created a story of desire and temptation.
Some of the foremost innovators in hip-hop are part of the Trojan Family. USC artists and scholars look back on 50 years of the art form — and forward to its future evolution.
Get to know Ford, as he answers questions about his artistic research, teaching experience, and passion for choreography.
In SWITCH, the audience becomes LayeRhythm’s muse. Through interactive games, audience ideas are collected and announced by the MC, inspiring performers to transform them into music, lyrics, and movement on the spot.
The USC Glorya Kaufman School of Dance will open its doors to all prospective applicants and parents for an opportunity to experience our dance technique classes and learn more about our program.
Catch a glimpse of BFA classwork and developing repertory by USC Kaufman faculty and Artists-in-Residence.
The USC Glorya Kaufman School of Dance will host several days of exciting free admission events in New York City, November 7–10, 2024.
This informal studio showing highlights the work of Second-Year BFA students and their progression as artists.
Members of the BFA Classes of 2025 and 2026 present a program of original choreography that incorporates experimental elements of light, sound, and design.
USC students from a wide range of majors celebrate what they’ve learned during their fall dance elective courses, including Hip Hop, Bollywood, and more.
USC Kaufman returns to the Bing Theater for a program that features our BFA students in world-premiere performances from some of the biggest names in dance.