Dance Program
Five, six, seven, eight…Ready to learn more about a career in the world of dance?
Do you want to move with greater agility and flexibility? San Diego Mesa College’s
Dance program introduces you to a unique mode of artistic expression and study that
paves the way toward a Dance Certificate, Degree, and a fulfilling career in dance. Take
part in the program's nurturing and fun environment, with supportive dance educators
who will meet you at your unique level of ability and create spaces where you can
feel safe to explore the capabilities of your body. Our demanding technical dance
classes and rewarding exploration classes in theory, history, and choreography will
provide you with the opportunity to explore the creation of movement as a rich part
of the fabric and culture of our world. Diverse dance courses, including ballet, modern,
jazz, hip hop, tap, belly dance, ballroom, Latin Dance, and other dance forms will instill
you with a global awareness and appreciation for different cultures’ contributions
that extends far beyond the art form. By joining Mesa College’s vibrant dance community,
you will also have the opportunity to participate in choreographed performances and
presentations with your talented peers. See how the Dance Program helps you tap into
your potential as a mover and take your first step toward a professional dance career
or your continued education at another dance college in California and beyond.
MESA MOVES: Dance Moments
Fall 2023
Thursday, October 26. 7:30 PM
Friday, October 27. 7:30 PM
Saturday, October 28. 4:30 PM
Saturday, October 28. 7:30 PM
Apolliad Theatre
7250 Mesa College Dr
$10 Student/Senior/Military
$20 General Admission
Pay What You Can
An evening of Dance and Entertainment featuring faculty and student choreography.
See talented Mesa College Dancers take to the stage with energy, passion, and enthusiasm!
Showcasing a wide range of dynamic dance styles, audiences will be wowed by Jazz,
Modern, Contemporary, Urban Choreo, Tap, Ballet, Hip Hop, and Fusion!
Choreographers:
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Mesa Dance Faculty: Donna Flournoy, Blythe Barton, Audrey Bondoc, Jazmyn Brown, Faith
Jensen-Ismay, Zaquia Mahler Salinas, Angela Moran, Jessica Rabanzo-Flores
Students: Shiloh Beckett, Nika Fikhman
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Dancers:
Ethne Acosta, Hailey Arner de France, Romeo Baccarella, Shiloh Beckett, Ava Bernal,
Isaiah Brooks, Armani Burns, Stephanie Busuioc, Alexis Campuzano, Ahamed Coffey, Emily
Diaz, Ileana "Cy" Diaz-Salcedo, Annika Feng, Gene Fernando, Nika Fikhman, Melissa
Flores, Ivan Flores, Elsi Garcia, Maria Garin, Avery Goudswaard, Evelyn Hernandez,
Hanalei Knight, Arielle Knittel, Alexandra Koresaar, Andres Lagang, Emelia Lamb Reuter,
Megan Lao, Sheng Lee, Chloe Lemas, Jessica Lewis, Matthew Manuel, April Meza, Siri
Murthy, Kristina Norris, Kylee Orr, Becca Palm, Erika Pimentel, Aiden Purtell, Rylee
Reid, Hailey Renard, Dulce Rocha, Carly Saenz, Olivia Schulman, Wen Song, Talia Tarabishi,
Ren Truong Ferro, Ramell Vann, Jayson Villarina, Janessa Whitlock
Below are some frequently asked questions about the Dance Program at Mesa College.
Program Learning Outcomes