The MFA in Choreography welcomes individuals who have pursued a professional performance career in dance and now wish to extend their skills in choreography. Having already achieved a high level of technical expertise, MFA candidates focus their studies on understanding and articulating a choreographic vision within an interdisciplinary context. The department encourages collaboration across the disciplines and provides opportunities to explore new areas in directing, acting, voice work, and other fields of interest.

The MFA in Choreography is a two-year program. In the first year, candidates meet with the choreography adviser to plan a course of study that develops their conceptual and intellectual abilities, strengthens their artistic vision, and supports their professional goals. This course of study culminates in a thesis production as part of the Department's Premiere Season during the second year.

In preparation for the thesis choreography, candidates are encouraged to produce work in their first year of study by participating in the annual Main Stage Dance/Theatre Festival, creating choreography for theatrical productions, taking part in Sideshow Physical Theatre productions, and working with Granada Artists-in-Residence and other visiting artists.

For more information, see the MFA Handbook.