Dance Performance Project prepares for socially-distanced performances
Maggie Tregre, Staff Reporter
September 29, 2020
The university’s Contemporary Dance Program is not letting a pandemic put a stop to its performances this season. Under the Department of Music and Performing Arts, the Dance Performance Project is a contemporary dance group for students who want to express themselves through the art of movement....
Celebration of the arts kicks off in October
Maggie Tregre, Staff Reporter
September 29, 2020
Every October, the university hosts a celebration of culture and the arts known as Fanfare. In addition to performances and showcases that take place on campus, the Columbia Theatre for the Performing Arts also welcomes a variety of performances to help celebrate. Jim Winter, artistic director of the C...
How dance can function to alleviate stress
Maiah Woodring, Staff Reporter
March 26, 2019
Putting physical stress on the body can help relieve mental stress, according to Kerri-Ann Jennings, a dietitian. Exercise in the form of high-intensity bench presses, weight-lifting routines or dance can be a powerful technique to reduce stress. Keith “Skip” Costa, director of dance, explained ...
Spring concert showcases student talent
Diamond Hollins, Staff Reporter
March 2, 2019
Members of the dance program displayed their artistic talents in a spring concert that addressed societal themes. The “Spring Dance/Movement Studies Concert” took place on Feb. 27-28 in the Vonnie Borden Theatre from 7:30-8:30 p.m. Keith "Skip" Costa, director of dance, shared that performances...
Fellom returns to teaching
Zachary Araki, Assistant Editor
January 29, 2019
After an almost two-year hiatus from teaching at the university, Dr. Martie Fellom, professor emeritus of music and performing arts, brings back her knowledge and passion for dance to students. Fellom decided to return this semester to teach Introduction to Dance after speaking with Keith “Skip” Cost...
Dancing in remembrance of an alumna
Madeline Cancienne, Staff Reporter
November 20, 2018
The dance program showcased the memory of an alumna with the performance "A few of her favorite things: a dedication to Mary Lou Champagne." The performance, held on Nov. 19 at 7:30 p.m. in the Vonnie Borden Theatre, highlighted Champagne's favorite things such as songs and activities. Alexis May,...
Arts in Fanfare
Zachary Araki, A&E Editor
October 30, 2018
Through theatrical productions like “Dracula,” lectures like “Your Best 10 Minutes,” art exhibitions like “Real to Not Real,” concerts and much more, Fanfare devotes the month of October to the celebration of arts, humanities and social sciences. Director of Fanfare Roy Blackwood, executive...
Four words, various meanings
Zachary Araki, A&E Editor
October 2, 2018
With music, video and movement, the Dance Performance Project explored individuals' definitions of joy, love, hope and faith in its first concert of the season. Performance of "One Road: A Journey of Joy, Love, Hope, and Faith" began on Oct. 2 at 7:30 p.m. in the Vonnie Borden Theatre. The concert...
