Katherine Dunham Summer Intensive with April Berry - June 2025
Immerse yourself in the Katherine Dunham Technique with Master Teacher, April Berry.
June 2-6, 2025
Ages 18+
$550*
*Alums receive half-off
In order to register for the Intensive, please fill out the Registration Form
All registrants will not be considered until payment has been received via the Payment Form-Dunham
Room & Board options available for an additional fee.
Illinois Street Residence Hall (ISR) Prices/night
$61.70 ($65.40 with tax) for a single occupancy
$40.15 ($42.56 with tax) for a double occupancy
Separate payment for dorms can be made by check to: Department of Dance, University of Illinois
Experimental Dance Film Summer Intensive with Laura Chiaramonte
Discover and work in midcentury modern spaces throughout Champaign Urbana, including Jack Baker Loft and Margaret Erlanger House.
**Special Note: Dance at Illinois and the Flatlands Dance Film Festival are pleased to announce a new collaboration with the Bates Dance Festival. This summer, the Flatlands Dance Film Festival will feature an exhibition of films from its official selection over the past four years at the Bates Dance Festival. Furthermore, participants who enroll in the Dance at Illinois Experimental Film Summer Intensive in June will be eligible for a 20% discount on registration for the Bates Dance Festival. This partnership represents an exciting opportunity for both organizations, marking the beginning of a promising partnership.**
June 9-13, 2025
Ages 18+
$550*
*Alums receive half-off
FACULTY BIOS AND ADDITIONAL INFORMATION
In order to register for the Intensive, please fill out the Registration Form
All registrants will not be considered until payment has been received via the Payment Form-Film
Room & Board options available for an additional fee.
Sample schedule:
Monday, June 9
10-12pm: Introductions/Tour spaces/Discussions
12-1pm: Lunch
1-3pm: Workshop (Movement & Camera)
3:30-4:30pm: Workshop (Technical Composition)
4:30-5pm: Writing/Discussion
Tuesday, June 10
9-10am: Somatic Warm-up
10-12pm: Workshop (Exploring Spaces)
12-1pm: Lunch
1-3pm: Workshop (Exploring Spaces)
3:30-5pm: Writing/Discussion
Wednesday, June 11
9-10am: Somatic Warm-up
10-12pm: Gathering and Movement Material and Footage
12-1pm: Lunch
1-3pm: Workshop: Design (Choreography and Editing)
3:30-5pm: Discussion/Installation
Thursday, June 12
9-10am: Somatic Warm-up
10-12pm: Workshop: Directorial ideas for Installation
12-1pm: Lunch
1-3pm: Making Individual Teams
3:30-5pm: Show n Tell
Friday, June 13
9-12pm: Installation/Work Day
11-12pm: Lunch
12-3pm: Installation/Work Day
4-5pm: Final Showing & Discussion