Dancer
ELIGIBILITY
- For 10th: Completion of 10th grade. Early training in dance or participation in dance classes is recommended.
- For 12th: Completion of 12th grade in any stream. A background in Arts with subjects like Dance or Performing Arts is advantageous.
- Higher Education: A Bachelor’s degree in Dance, Performing Arts, or related fields. Advanced degrees or specialized training can further enhance skills and career opportunities.
ENTRANCE TESTS
Some dance schools and institutes may require auditions or entrance exams. Examples include:
- Auditions for dance schools and conservatories (e.g., National Institute of Kathak Dance, Delhi)
- Entrance exams for Performing Arts colleges (e.g., Kalakshetra Foundation, Chennai)
- Portfolio submissions and practical demonstrations of dance skills
AVAILABLE COURSES
- Bachelor’s Degree:
- Bachelor of Arts (BA) in Dance
- Bachelor of Fine Arts (BFA) in Dance
- Bachelor of Performing Arts (BPA) with a specialization in Dance
- Master’s Degree:
- Master of Arts (MA) in Dance
- Master of Fine Arts (MFA) in Dance
- Diploma and Certification Courses:
- Diploma in Dance
- Certificate courses in specific dance styles, choreography, and dance therapy
WORK OPPORTUNITIES
- Professional Dance Companies: Performing with dance companies in national and international productions.
- Stage and Theater: Dancing in musicals, operas, and dance dramas.
- Film and Television: Choreographing or performing dance sequences for movies, television shows, and commercials.
- Education: Teaching dance in schools, colleges, dance academies, and community centers.
- Freelance Work: Choreographing for special events, weddings, and private performances.
- Corporate Events: Performing at corporate events, product launches, and promotional campaigns.
- Health and Wellness: Using dance as therapy in rehabilitation centers, hospitals, and wellness programs.
- Cultural Institutions: Participating in cultural festivals, dance workshops, and outreach programs.
- Dance Therapy: Using dance movement therapy for emotional and physical healing.
- Entrepreneurship: Establishing dance studios, dance schools, or online dance tutorials.