Dean College Announces Formation of the Schools of Performing Arts

Dean College has announced the creation of the Schools of Performing Arts, a dynamic and innovative institution that merges the best elements of the School of the Arts and the Joan Phelps Palladino School of Dance. This groundbreaking school will be under the esteemed leadership of Interim Dean, Jim Beauregard, a highly respected 30-year veteran of the Dean faculty, and Interim Assistant Dean, Stephen Tracey-Ursprung, whose commitment to academic excellence and student engagement is unparalleled.

“I am excited to serve as the Interim Dean of the Schools of Performing Arts at Dean,” said Jim Beauregard. “This unique convergence of talents is designed to provide a multifaceted, interdisciplinary approach to performing arts education, offering our students the flexibility to explore and refine their passions with professional rigor. The new Schools of Performing Arts will harness the synergies of theatre, dance, music and arts management into one cohesive unit.”

Experiential Learning & The Dean Difference

At the core of the School of Performing Arts is The Dean Difference, a unique philosophy centered around exceptional student support and engagement. The curriculum will feature innovative and experiential learning opportunities such as:

• Collaborative Productions: Real-world experience through collaborative projects that involve theatre productions, dance performances and musical showcases
• Industry Internships: Partnerships with leading arts organizations to provide students with invaluable, hands-on internship experiences
• Master Classes: Workshops and seminars conducted by industry experts, including notable choreographers, directors and music producers
• Public Performances: Multiple sold-out “Mainstage” performances every semester
• Capstone Projects: Signature senior-level work in a culminating presentation

Continue reading the press release which includes a brief bio on the 2 interim dean's leading this new effort -> https://www.dean.edu/news-events/story/dean-college-announces-formation-of-the-schools-of-performing-arts/

Dean College Announces Formation of the Schools of Performing Arts