The Annual Department of Dance Showcase featuring the York Dance Ensemble. Artistic Director: Syreeta Hector Guest Artists: Clara Chemtov & Jessical Runge February 4 – 6, 2026 Location: Sandra Faire and Ivan Fecan Theatre Time: 7:30 p.m. Admission: $25 regular | $20 advance purchase until Sunday, February 1 | $15 students Box Office: 416.736.5888 | ampd.yorku.ca/boxoffice […]
Dance Innovations 2025 features the new choreographic works from fourth year BFA dance majors performed by students engaged in all levels of York’s programs in Dance. Students are guided by faculty at every level of creation, performance, lighting design and production and it is the students who collaborate to run Dance Innovations, staged in the McLean Performance […]
The York Dance Ensemble will be performing outside to celebrate and honour Truth and Reconciliation Day. Date: Tuesday, September 30, 2025 Location: York U Common (Water Fountain) in front of Vari Hall Time: 1:30 p.m. Free Admission
York Dances 2025: Fragments of Existence features the new choreographic works of 29 third year BFA majors performed by students engaged in all levels of York’s programs in Dance. Contradiction is in the zeitgeist and these emerging artists are exploring incongruity in a multitude of ways. Their compelling questions are palpable in the devising of […]
The Annual Department of Dance Showcase featuring the York Dance Ensemble presents Here and Now. This performance features works by Artistic Director Syreeta Hector, the delicately expressive choreography of Jane Alison McKinney, and the dynamic, powerful presence of York Dance Alumni Emily Duckett. The program blends elements of modern dance with a variety of contemporary styles, […]
Join us for a dynamic event featuring York University alumni from the Dance, Theatre, and Sexuality Studies departments, now professional burlesque performers. Burlesque, a performance art form dating back to the 19th century, is known for its fusion of satire, comedy, and provocative entertainment, often centered around striptease. What makes burlesque truly unique is its […]
Dance Innovations 2024: Lifting the Veil features the new choreographic works of 21 fourth year BFA dance majors performed by students engaged in all levels of York’s programs in Dance. The two series of Lifting the Veil feature world premieres by fourth year choreographers and Professor Bridget Cauthery’s new work for the third year Performance class. Students […]
York Dances: Era of Oddities features new choreographic works by 29 BFA Dance majors performed by dance students in and connected to the York dance program. Era of Oddities is an evening of performance that unapologetically celebrates our identity, investigates the nuances of the self, and considers the future of our world through the lens […]
ABOUT THE EVENT Step into the rhythm of York University’s Dance Program! Our vibrant community of dancers blends creativity and technique, showcasing diverse choreography and performances. Connect with current students passionate about nurturing talent and individual expression. Come to this event to witness the artistic journey of our dancers and discover how our program empowers […]
ReGeneration: Annual Department of Dance Showcase featuring the York Dance Ensemble highlights choreography by faculty members Mary Fogarty and Susan Lee, and talented fourth year student choreographers Jaelyn Jones and Travis Keith. This eclectic collection of dance works draws its inspiration from a wide range of sources such as quantum physics, a sound check, crochet and bird flight. Choreographers: Mary […]