School of Performing Arts

Your future in the performing arts A partnership between

Holland College and
Prince Edward Island has a rich tradition in the performing arts. From music to dance Confederation Centre of the Arts
to theatre, the province has excellent youth programming, which produces artists
eager to start professional careers. Until now, the regional options for post-secondary About the
professional training to provide fledgling artists with a strong foundation upon which Confederation Centre of the Arts…
to build their careers have been scarce.
The Confederation Centre of the Arts
A partnership between Holland College and Confederation Centre of the Arts will offer opened in 1964 and is the only national
aspiring performers two-year diploma programs in contemporary Music Performance memorial to the Fathers of Confederation.
and Dance Performance, as well as a one-year Performing Arts Foundation certificate
It is the largest cultural institution in
program.
Atlantic Canada, covering an entire city
The programs will draw on the strengths of Confederation Centre of the Arts and block, consisting of theatres, galleries, a
Holland College to provide students with a strong foundation in their field, as well public library, restaurant, and gift shop.
as in the business aspects of their chosen profession. The Confederation Centre is Canada’s
celebration of the ideals of Confederation,
expressing through the arts Canada’s
Financial Assistance heritage, diversity and creativity. The
All students accepted into full time programs Centre is alive with the best of Canadian
at Holland College are invited to apply for the theatre, music, dance, literature, and visual
college’s many entrance awards. Applications are arts and is home to The Charlottetown
available from school guidance officers, through Festival which began in 1965 with Anne
the Holland College Admissions office, or at of Green Gables – The Musical™, Canada’s
www.hollandcollege.com under the link to longest running musical.
Scholarships and Awards. In addition to these
awards, the federal and provincial governments
have various financial assistance programs for About Holland College…
students. Find out more about the types of • Approximately 3,300 students attend
financial assistance that may be available by Holland College programs in Prince
visiting www.hollandcollege.com/ Edward Island and China, and an
future_students and following the links. additional 5,200 individuals are enrolled
in adult education and continuing
education programs.
• 7 campuses across Prince Edward Island.
• Approximately 30 percent of our
students are from off-Island.
Although this information has been prepared with care, Holland • 93 percent of our graduates in the
College and Confederation Centre of the Arts accept no responsibility
for actions caused by misinformation. This document is published for
labour market are employed one year
information purposes and outlines the intentions of Holland College after graduation.
and Confederation Centre of the Arts in as timely a fashion as possible. • More than 100 degree pathways with
Holland College and Confederation Centre of the Arts reserve the right
to revise or cancel programs or courses, revise policies and procedures, change a worldwide network of partner
instructors and alter fees and charges as deemed necessary without notice. universities.

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 Dance Performance

Start Date: September, 2012

Length: 2 years
Location: Confederation Centre of the Arts & Prince of Wales Campus
Credential Issued: Diploma, Dance Performance
Tuition: $5,500 per year
Students will learn the technical and artistic skills required for a career as a professional dancer; develop an under-
standing of the business aspects of the profession and the etiquette of the performing arts. In addition to developing
the personal skills required for a successful career, students will also acquire a deeper knowledge in three key areas:
Dance Performance:
• Demonstrate the level of skill required to garner professional contracts.
• Apply appropriate technique to prevent injury.
• Demonstrate the ability to pick up choreography quickly and retain past repertoire.
• Use vocabulary and terminology relevant to each style of dance.
• Demonstrate the ability to think creatively, intuitively, and logically.
• Attain an acceptable standard in voice and acting skills to increase employability.

Dance Knowledge:
• Understand the major influences in the history of the art form.
• Attain a fundamental understanding of the elements of choreographic creation.
• Demonstrate extensive knowledge of functional anatomy.
• Demonstrate a fundamental level of knowledge of stagecraft (lighting, costume, etc.).

Dance Business:
• Demonstrate a working knowledge of the business elements of a career in the performing arts
(contract negotiation, agents, taxation, unions, resumés).
• Demonstrate the skills to self-produce.
• Demonstrate the ability to manage financial
affairs, records and contracts.

Graduate Opportunities:
Graduates may find employment with dance
companies across the country, in the cruise ship
and entertainment industries, and as
self-producers.

Admission Requirements:
• Grade 12 or equivalent with credits at or
above the general level.
• Performance audition.
• Resumé including related training, work and
volunteer experience with applicable dates,
membership in groups, associations or
athletics, awards and distinctions, and any
other information about yourself relevant
to the program.