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OSU Dance Department of Dance, The Ohio State University

Contact us by email at [email protected]. We are Dance at the Ohio State University.

The Department of Dance at the Ohio State University is a community of diverse individuals trained on a common nexus of inquiry, the rich and complex phenomenon of dance. At the heart of the Ohio State Dance experience is the notion of embodied scholarship, embracing the intertwining areas of physical practice, creative activity and theoretical inquiry. We invest our time, energy, expertise and re

sources in studies of performance and composition, history, production, Laban studies, dance and technology, dance documentation, theory and analysis; and we extend ourselves into collaborations with other disciplines, from music and theatre to women's studies and creative writing, as well as into the larger communities around us. We view and continually seek to renew our place as an active forefront in the field, nurturing links to the professional world and fostering those connections for ourselves and our students. We are writers of books and makers of dances; passionate learners and dedicated teachers; we are performers and leaders; advocates and innovators; nurturers and creators and investigators. Come and see what we have to offer!

06/05/2026

Let's go! 2026 Summer Dance Intensive Showing tonight at 4 pm!

✨ That’s a wrap on Summer Intensive 2026 ✨We can’t believe it’s the last day of an incredible week of movement, growth, ...
06/05/2026

✨ That’s a wrap on Summer Intensive 2026 ✨
We can’t believe it’s the last day of an incredible week of movement, growth, and artistry 💫 Every moment has been filled with energy and intention.

Join us as we celebrate it all tonight at our showing 🎭
🕓 4 PM
📍 Barnett Theatre

Until then, enjoy these glimpses of the passion, dedication, and creativity that made this week unforgettable like the powerful movement practice classes with MFA Alumnus Benjamin Roach and Dr. Tanya Calamoneri , the inspiring audition workshop with Dr. Nyama McCarthy-Brown, and repertory with MFA Student Afaliah Tribune and Dr. Irvin Manuel Gonzalez💃


Ben Roach Tanya Calamoneri Afaliah Tribune Irvin Manuel Gonzalez Arts and Sciences at Ohio State

Day 4 and the momentum keeps building 🔥💃Today at Ohio State’s Department of Dance Summer Intensive, students took big st...
06/04/2026

Day 4 and the momentum keeps building 🔥💃
Today at Ohio State’s Department of Dance Summer Intensive, students took big steps toward their futures—both on and off the stage. From an application workshop led by Academic Program Coordinator Amy Schmidt to a dynamic BFA audition workshop with Dr. Nyama McCarthy-Brown and BFA alumna Liv Sexton, the day was all about growth, preparation, and confidence.
🎥 Watch the energy, focus, and passion in action
📸 Swipe to see behind-the-scenes moments of dancers pushing themselves to the next level
The future of dance starts here. ✨

🔎 The great Scavenger Hunt continues...Check out the campus landmarks our intrepid Summer Dance Intensive explorers fo...
06/04/2026

🔎 The great Scavenger Hunt continues...Check out the campus landmarks our intrepid Summer Dance Intensive explorers found on this Scarlet and Gray excursion!

06/03/2026

Day 3 of Ohio State's Department of Dance Summer Intensive means we are officially locked in. 🔏🔥

The energy in Sullivant Hall is off the charts today as our dancers dive deep into Repertory with the incredible Ohio State alumna and powerhouse choreographer ⁠Afaliah Tribune. 🧠💥

They aren't just learning steps. They are absorbing her signature blend of rhythm, raw athleticism, and storytelling. Watching these dancers master complex phrasing and bring this heavy choreography to life in record time is nothing short of inspiring.

👉 Check out these moves in this clip to see the sweat, the synchronization, and the pure artistry happening right now. 🎬👀 Afaliah Tribune

06/03/2026

🔥 Take a peek in the studio 👀
Check out this phrase from Ohio State’s Department of Dance Summer Intensive—Contemporary Movement Practice with Benjamin Roach 💥
Precision. Flow. Power. 🩰
This is what summer training looks like.
Ben Roach Arts and Sciences at Ohio State

06/03/2026
Summer Dance Intensive ShowingAll parents, caretakers, and family members are encouraged to attend!Friday, June 5, 2026 ...
06/03/2026

Summer Dance Intensive Showing
All parents, caretakers, and family members are encouraged to attend!

Friday, June 5, 2026 // 4:00 pm
Sullivant Hall, Barnett Theatre, 1813 North High Street Columbus, OH 43210

Your students can’t wait to show you what they’ve been working on this week in our studios. Join us as we celebrate their artistry, creativity and energy together in the Barnett Theatre!

HEADS-UP: There is a concert in Mershon Auditorium on Friday, June 5 at 7:30 pm, with doors scheduled to open at 6:30 pm. The loop drive at Mershon will not be open on Friday morning, so please plan to drop your students off at the southeast side of Sullivant Hall in the southeast loading dock next to the Ohio Union North parking garage. Event parking at the Ohio Union garages typically opens at 4:00pm and after that costs a flat rate of $20.00 per vehicle payable by credit or debit card upon entry for major concert events. Before 4:00 pm, you may be charged the hourly parking rate.

06/03/2026

🎬💃 ENERGY. MOVEMENT. ADVENTURE. 🔴⚪
The Ohio State University Department of Dance Summer Intensive took campus by storm! 🌟 From iconic landmarks to hidden Buckeye gems, our Summer Intensive dancers turned every stop into a stage during the ultimate Campus Scavenger Hunt 🕺📍
🔥 Think quick feet.
🔥 Creative challenges.
🔥 Nonstop vibes.
Every clue = a new chance to express, connect, and shine ✨
This isn’t just a program—it’s a full-on experience 💥
🎶 Hit play, feel the rhythm, and see how our dancers brought Ohio State to life—one move at a time!
Arts and Sciences at Ohio State

06/03/2026

DAY TWO and we’re not slowing down 💥
Locking into this repertory phrase with Dr. Irvin Manuel Gonzalez—let’s go!

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316 Sullivant Hall, 1813 N High Street
Columbus, OH
43210

Opening Hours

Monday 9am - 5pm
Tuesday 9am - 5pm
Wednesday 9am - 5pm
Thursday 9am - 5pm
Friday 9am - 5pm

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(614) 292-7977

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