Evolution (2026)

A collaborative dance concert and film screening

Evolution showcases cutting-edge design and dance performance, serving as the culmination of a semester-long interdisciplinary collaboration. Choreographers from the Department of Theatre and Dance join with composers from the Department of Arts and Entertainment Technologies to create short dance works and soundscapes. New this year, Evolution will include original dance films in addition to pieces choreographed and designed for the stage. This public showcase is presented in the B. Iden Payne Theatre each spring.

Leading up to this year's Evolution, choreography students were offered two pathways: a stage track and a film track. Choreographers then collaborated with composition students in weekly interdisciplinary lab sessions, where they developed work, exchanged ideas and responded to each other's process as it unfolded. The resulting works presented in Evolution are fully student-led, exemplifying their creative visions through live performance, short films and an immersive sonic environment.

Performance

April 23, 2026 at 7:00 p.m.
B. Iden Payne Theatre 

Tickets are free and open to the public. Reservation details coming soon. 

Choreographers

Composers