Dance Opportunities

Dancers at UO have multiple opportunities to perform throughout the year. Listed below are performances produced by the Dance Department, opportunities to participate in special projects, and information on various dance clubs on campus.


Performance Opportunities 

University of Oregon Dance in Concert (UODIC)

UODIC includes works by faculty and guest artists and is presented in the Dougherty Dance Theatre every March. Students audition for UODIC.

Student Spotlight Concert

The Student Spotlight Concert showcases the works of student choreographers who have completed improvisation and composition courses. It is presented each May in the Dougherty Dance Theatre. Students audition for this concert.

Student Dance Collective

The Students Dance Collective (SDC) is a pre-professional company that performs repertory by faculty and guest artists. SDC tours regionally performing and giving lecture demonstrations and master classes. Students audition for this ensemble.

Dema African Dance Ensemble 

Dema is a dynamic celebration of African culture, particularly from the region of Ghana. Faculty member Habib Idrussu directs this ensemble in community performances, lecture demonstrations, master classes and a final performance in the Dougherty Dance Theatre. Habib was recently named as one of the chiefs of the Dagbamba tribe in Ghana. The Paramount Chief gave him the title of "Yeni Malizali Naa," which means "rescuer," "problem-solver," "preserver," in recognition of his status as someone working to preserve and rescue lost elements of the Dagbambon culture. Students campus- wide are invited to participate in Dema.

Duck Jam

Duck Jam is a festive celebration of Hip Hop culture. Directed by faculty member Hannah Thomas, this energy filled evening brings together Dance students, UO students who are members of Hip Hop dance clubs, guest artists, and members of the larger community. All students are welcome to join in the fun.

Fall Loft

Fall Loft is a showing of works created by students in the Composition III class. There is no audition; dancers participate by enrolling in the Fall Loft class. 

Special Projects 

Dance faculty members partner with students for independent studies, internships, and projects to realize personal choreographic, research, and performance interests. UO dancers are encouraged to collaborate with instrumentalists, composers, and other artists on campus to create new works.