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Creative Wayfinding

September 6

Roadmaps in the Claire Trevor School of the Arts guide students to artistic success.
Professor Alan Terricciano Releases His Latest Album "Other Dances, Other Songs"

August 23

Renowned composer, pianist, and Professor of Dance Alan Terricciano recently released his album, “Other Dances, Other Songs.” This captivating collection of classical compositions spans two decades of his significant work.
New Slate 2023

December 7 - December 9 Claire Trevor Theatre

Experience an exciting showcase featuring original choreography by the talented M.F.A. candidates in the Department of Dance. Join us on an unforgettable journey through the captivating world of dance as we present a collection of unique and inspiring ...
Dance Visions 2024

February 22 - February 24 Irvine Barclay Theatre

Dance Visions 2024 is the premier annual production for the Department of Dance at UC Irvine’s Claire Trevor School of the Arts. Comprised of works by faculty choreographers, the concert promises to present a diverse program of genres, including ...
Dance Escape 2024

April 18 - April 20 Claire Trevor Theatre

The Department of Dance presents the thrilling annual spring showcase, Dance Escape! Join us for an unforgettable evening as M.F.A. choreographers present a dynamic program of original new works that celebrate the extraordinary talents of both graduate...
Physical Graffiti 2024

May 2 - May 4 Claire Trevor Theatre

From graceful ballet to high-energy hip hop, and everything in between, our talented undergraduate choreographers will take you on an emotional journey like no other. Experience the power of movement as it transcends boundaries through this annual ...

Creative Wayfinding

Roadmaps in the Claire Trevor School of the Arts guide students to artistic success By Christine Byrd When emerging artists come to the Claire Trevor School of the Arts, they encounter more than an art school. Students find themselves at a top-10 public research university nestled in Orange...

Faculty

Professor Alan Terricciano Releases His Latest Album "Other Dances, Other Songs"

Renowned composer, pianist, and Professor of Dance Alan Terricciano recently released his album, “Other Dances, Other Songs.” This captivating collection of classical compositions takes listeners on a journey through Terricciano’s creative brilliance, spanning two decades of his significant work....

Alumni |Faculty

UCI Faculty and Alum Receive California Arts Council (CAC) Artist Fellowships

Arts Orange County (ArtsOC) recently announced the California Arts Council (CAC) grants which awarded $840,000 in Individual Artist Fellowships to 58 talented artists in Southern California. These distinguished grants are designed to recognize, uplift and honor California artists practicing diverse...

Current Students

As a student in the UCI Department of Dance, you are part of the outstanding legacy and potential that define our program. In 1965 our founding chair Eugene Loring and a small group of committed faculty had the vision to create a graduate dance program that has achieved national and international recognition.