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Showing posts with label dance. Show all posts
Tuesday, July 8, 2025
Dean College Announces Stephen Ursprung as New Dean of the Palladino School of Dance & The School of Arts
Dean College is pleased to announce the appointment of Stephen Ursprung as the new dean of the Joan Phelps Palladino School of Dance and the School of the Arts. His appointment follows a national search and is effective immediately.
Ursprung has been a member of the Dean College faculty since 2016 and most recently served as interim assistant dean. In this role, he led key curricular enhancements, deepened student engagement, and fostered cross-disciplinary partnerships to strengthen the College’s nationally recognized dance and theatre programs.
As a seasoned educator and performer, Ursprung brings to his work a dynamic blend of artistic vision, academic leadership, and a deep commitment to student-centered education. He is a long-time champion of innovation in the performing arts and interdisciplinary arts education.
“I am honored to step into this role as we look to the future of performing arts education at Dean College, where innovation, inclusivity, and artistic excellence guide all that we do,” said Ursprung. “We have an incredible opportunity to reimagine how we train, inspire, and engage the next generation of artists. I look forward to supporting and guiding our students toward successful careers.”
In addition to his work as dean, Ursprung has chaired the College’s curriculum committee, served on the liberal arts academic program review team, and mentors the Dean College chapter of the National Honor Society for Dance Arts (NHSDA). His influence also extends nationally, as the co-chair of DANCE 2050, an initiative of the National Dance Education Organization that envisions the future of dance education in America.
Ursprung remains an active artist as a member of SAG-AFTRA and the Actors’ Equity Association, with credited roles in the movies “Hocus Pocus 2” and “Little Women,” recent performances in “La Cage Aux Folles” and “Oklahoma!” at Trinity Repertory Company, and choreographing productions for Bridge Repertory Theatre of Boston. Ursprung also completed a research fellowship at Jacob’s Pillow in 2024, one of the most prestigious institutions in American Modern Dance. As a performer and educator, he continues his involvement in Dancing Legacy, the NilsSprung Dance Project, and Reject Dance Theatre.
“Stephen’s expertise, experience, and deep commitment to student-centered learning make him the ideal choice to guide our performing arts schools into their next chapters,” said Dr. Scott Sibley, Provost. “We are excited for the vision and momentum he brings to this role.”
Ursprung holds a B.A. in Economics and Italian Studies from Brown University and an M.F.A. in Dance from Smith College.
Wednesday, May 21, 2025
The FSPA Open House includes the Little Music School - Weds, May 21 from 10 AM to 7:30 PM
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Little Music School - Weds, May 21 |
FSPA is excited to host an Open House for prospective students and families this Wednesday from 10 AM - 7:30 PM!
FREE LITTLE MUSIC SCHOOL TRIAL CLASSES
- Little Music School (ages 18 months-3) 3:30-4:00
- Little Music School (ages 4 + 5) 5:00-5:30
Franklin School for the Performing Arts, 38 Main Street, Franklin ● 508-528-8668
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Friday, May 2, 2025
What's happening in Franklin, MA: Friday, May 2, 2025 ???
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Library & Senior Center events |
** Tri-County: Support the Class of 2026 & Enjoy Panera Bread
10:00am Knitting Group (Franklin Public Library)
1:00pm Thrifty Threads (Franklin Federated Church)
6:00pm High School Musical Jr (Franklin High School)
7:00pm CAFE MURDER (THE BLACK BOX)
7:00pm Dance Senior Showcase (Dean College Main Stage Theater)
For additional details on Library & Senior Center events ->
** NO Town Meetings today **
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Find the full Community event calendar https://bit.ly/FranklinCommunityCalendar
If you have an event to add to the calendar, you can use the form to submit it for publication: https://bit.ly/Submit2Calendar
The Town meeting calendar is found https://www.franklinma.gov/Calendar.aspx
The School district calendar is found https://franklinpublicschooldistrictma.sites.thrillshare.com/o/fpsd/page/school-calendar
The School district calendar is found https://franklinpublicschooldistrictma.sites.thrillshare.com/o/fpsd/page/school-calendar
Thursday, May 1, 2025
What's happening in Franklin, MA: Thursday, May 1, 2025 ???
Thursday, May 1
5:30pm Spring Pottery Painting Event & psychic reading (Birchwood Bakery & Kitchen)
6:00pm LGBTQ Alliance Monthly Meeting (Franklin TV Studio)
7:00pm Dance Senior Showcase (Dean College Main Stage Theater)
7:00pm FinCom Budget Hearing - General Government and Final Recommendations (Council Chambers)
7:00pm 350 Mass Greater Franklin Node Meeting (First Universalist Society Franklin)
7:00pm Sacred & Silly Vocal Recital (Dean College Marvin Chapel)
7:30pm Musical Bingo (Teddy Gallagher's Irish Pub)
For additional details on Library & Senior Center events ->
** Town Meetings today **
Franklin Housing Authority - Special Meeting of the Board of Commissioners (Remote Mtg)
Thursday, May 1 Time: 4:30 PM
Conservation Commission Meeting (3rd Floor Trng Room)
Thursday, May 1 Time: 7:00 PM
Finance Committee Meeting (Council Chambers)
Thursday, May 1 Time: 7:00 PM
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Find the full Community event calendar https://bit.ly/FranklinCommunityCalendar
If you have an event to add to the calendar, you can use the form to submit it for publication: https://bit.ly/Submit2Calendar
The Town meeting calendar is found https://www.franklinma.gov/Calendar.aspx
The School district calendar is found https://franklinpublicschooldistrictma.sites.thrillshare.com/o/fpsd/page/school-calendars
The School district calendar is found https://franklinpublicschooldistrictma.sites.thrillshare.com/o/fpsd/page/school-calendars
Sunday, April 27, 2025
What's happening in Franklin, MA: Sunday, April 27, 2025 ???
Sunday, April 27
7:30am All You Can Eat Breakfast (Franklin Rod & Gun Club)
10:00am Earth Day at Fairmont Fruit Farm (Fairmount Fruit Farm)
10:00am Earth Day at DelCarte (Conservation Commission)
11:00am Sunday Brunch (Teddy Gallagher's Irish Pub)
11:00am Franklin Fest (Dean College - Pieri Gymnasium)
11:00am Wayne Dunnebier (live music) (Fairmount Fruit Farm)
1:00pm Antique Appraisal Day (Franklin Historical Museum)
2:00pm Dance Company (Dean College Main Stage Theater)
7:00pm Rehearsal for Distinguished Young Women (Patti Eisenhauer Dance Center)
For additional details on Library & Senior Center events ->
** NO Town Meetings today **
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Find the full Community event calendar https://bit.ly/FranklinCommunityCalendar
If you have an event to add to the calendar, you can use the form to submit it for publication: https://bit.ly/Submit2Calendar
The Town meeting calendar is found https://www.franklinma.gov/Calendar.aspx
The School district calendar is found https://franklinpublicschooldistrictma.sites.thrillshare.com/o/fpsd/page/school-calendars
The School district calendar is found https://franklinpublicschooldistrictma.sites.thrillshare.com/o/fpsd/page/school-calendars
Saturday, April 26, 2025
What's happening in Franklin, MA: Saturday, April 26, 2025 ???
Saturday, April 26
9:00am Ladybug Trail Spring Walk (Franklin, MA )
9:00am Thrifty Threads (Franklin Federated Church)
9:00am Drug Take Back Day (multiple locations) SAFE Coalition
10:00am Franklin Historical Museum (always free)
10:00am Favorite Poem Reading (Franklin Public Library)
11:00am Disability Expo (Franklin Senior Center)
11:00am Drug Take Back Day (Wrentham Town Hall)
1:00pm Bacchus Buster (Pour Richard's Wine & Provisions)
1:00pm Spring Carnival (Franklin Public Library)
7:00pm Dance Company (Dean College Main Stage Theater)
7:00pm Michael Rivelis (free concert) (Franklin United Methodist Church)
For additional details on Library & Senior Center events ->
** NO Town Meetings today **
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Find the full Community event calendar https://bit.ly/FranklinCommunityCalendar
If you have an event to add to the calendar, you can use the form to submit it for publication: https://bit.ly/Submit2Calendar
The Town meeting calendar is found https://www.franklinma.gov/Calendar.aspx
The School district calendar is found https://franklinpublicschooldistrictma.sites.thrillshare.com/o/fpsd/page/school-calendars
The School district calendar is found https://franklinpublicschooldistrictma.sites.thrillshare.com/o/fpsd/page/school-calendars
Friday, April 25, 2025
What's happening in Franklin, MA: Friday, April 25, 2025 ???
Friday, April 25
** Franklin Art Association Art Show and Sale Exhibit (Norfolk Public Library)
9:00am Strong Like a Tree: A Pop-Up Family Yoga Event! (Franklin Public Library)
10:00am Knitting Group (Franklin Public Library)
10:30am Toe Jam Puppet Band! (Franklin Public Library)
1:00pm Thrifty Threads (Franklin Federated Church)
2:00pm Flower Slime (Franklin Public Library)
6:00pm 1st Annual Comedy for a Cause (cocktail hour) (Walpole Country Club)
7:00pm Karaoke Night (La Cantina Winery)
7:00pm 1st Annual Comedy for a Cause (show) (Walpole Country Club)
7:00pm Dance Company (Dean College Main Stage Theater)
For additional details on Library & Senior Center events ->
** NO Town Meetings today **
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Find the full Community event calendar https://bit.ly/FranklinCommunityCalendar
If you have an event to add to the calendar, you can use the form to submit it for publication: https://bit.ly/Submit2Calendar
The Town meeting calendar is found https://www.franklinma.gov/Calendar.aspx
The School district calendar is found https://franklinpublicschooldistrictma.sites.thrillshare.com/o/fpsd/page/school-calendars
The School district calendar is found https://franklinpublicschooldistrictma.sites.thrillshare.com/o/fpsd/page/school-calendars
Saturday, March 29, 2025
Sign up for the weekly Dance Fitness class at Kennedy Elementary on Tuesdays
Saturday, January 4, 2025
Yoga and Dance Fitness start next week
Open for more info!
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