Interdisciplinary Dance Performance MFA

Interdisciplinary Dance Performance MFA

IDP MFA Interdisciplinary Dance Performance

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INTERDISCIPLINARY DANCE PERFORMANCE (IDP) MFA Through the lens of movement and performance- making, the Interdisciplinary Dance Performance MFA program is envisioned to provide returning professional graduate candidates opportunities for scholarly investigation in diverse disciplines that directly link to creative practice and research. Candidates work with an IDP advisor to coordinate with non-dance course of study in other departments. The MFA degree culminates in an original production, written thesis and defense. There is limited acceptance

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APPLYING FOR THE MFA

The ideal candidate:

-Evidence of strong academic ability (GPA)/ dance ability -Returning professionals (5-10 years professional dance experience) -Demonstrated interest in area(s) of study beyond dance-specific coursework -Undergraduate degree required; degree in dance preferred: BA or BFA -GRE NOT REQUIRED -Qualifying candidates will be asked for an interview and portfolio of past dance work Application website: https://applygrad.tulane.edu/apply https://liberalarts.tulane.edu/academics/graduate- studies/prospective-students

HEADING-1A Deadline for applying is: Monday, February 1st, 2021 by 5pm

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PROGRAM FEATURES

-A stipend to support expenses -15-20 hours of service work to the department -Interfacing with BA/BFA students -Weekly rehearsal time in one of our 4 rehearsal studios -Performance and choreography opportunities each semester -Opportunities to work with guest artists -58-60 credits (18-21 credits coordinated with other departments on Tulane campus)

WHAT OUR STUDENTS SAY

“...the IDP MFA creates a sheltered space where real, daring quandaries can develop in the amorphous in between spaces... Does an interdisciplinary approach help a dancer become a better dancer? Maybe. Does it change the way he sees the world? Definitely...” (Sean Knapp, IDP MFA, 2017, "Sonata 9")

"...completion...allowed me to develop and implement an invaluable Research-Based Creative Process for production of interdisciplinary performance works based on the history and culture that connect New Orleans and Haiti.” (Monique Moss, IDP MFA, 2012, "Rumours of War")

EDUCATIONAL FRAMEWORK FOR THE MFA

"Working to achieve "simultaneous development of the ability to produce advanced research findings, often using the practices and protocols of the humanities, sciences, or social sciences, and the ability to utilize, combine or integrate these findings with practice of artistic, pedagogical or other dance and performance-related professions."

-National Association of School of Dance (NASD) Handbook 2016 -2017 page 113

GET IN TOUCH

Email Inquiries to: Barbara Hayley, Department Chair [email protected]

Address: 6823 St Charles Ave 215 McWilliams Hall New Orleans LA 70118