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… Jennifer McNamara Associate Professor Contact Information OFFICE: danceSpace 03 EMAIL: jmcnamara@mercyhurst.edu PHONE: 814-824-2587 Jennifer McNamara is delighted to be a part of the Mercyhurst University Dance faculty. Raised in upstate NY, she spent two seasons with Richmond Ballet, most notable for the chance to perform in Kurt Joos’s The Green Table and Balanchine’s Serenade on the same program. She spent the next eleven years with Eugene Ballet, where she toured the United States, Canada…
… is an integral part of the classical ballet curriculum, students who do not take pointe or are not ready for pointe work at their studio may take those classes in ballet slippers; they will still be strengthening their fundamental technique. When will I know if my child is enrolled? Due to limited enrollment capacity, our registration form will not accept new signups when we have reached our cap. If you were not able to enroll and wish to be placed on the waitlist, please reach out to…
… may be asked for more information or revisions to the proposal This process is repeated until the proposal is to such a stage that it can be approved (or denied) Meet the Committee Institutional Review Board Seyma Akyol, Ph.D. Assistant Professor sakyol@mercyhurst.edu 814-824-3339 Ronald C. Anderson, Ph.D. Assistant Professor of Computer Science randerson@mercyhurst.edu 814-824-2118 Marcie Fitzgerald Academic Director, Associate Professor mfitzgerald@mercyhurst.edu 814-824-3861 Jennifer…
… and ready for the stage by December 2026, in time for Mercyhurst’s centennial celebration,” Partusch said. All Dance Department performances are on the mainstage of the Mary D’Angelo Performing Arts Center. Additionally, for the third year, the Erie Philharmonic has invited Mercyhurst to participate in its “Home for the Holidays” concerts. Partusch said they will present four excerpts from “The Nutcracker” and a new piece of choreography to the music of Emmanuel Chabrier by Jennifer McNamara…
… (Readymoney Matt), Ali Forsythe (Jenny), Nicole French (Lucy Brown), Bridget Gedeon (Smith), Kat Kanazin (Molly), Bella Mitlo (Reverend Kimball/Betty), Tori St. John-Gilbert (Mrs. Peachum), Eric Page (Walt Dreary), Maya Post (Coaxer), Mason Reynolds (Tiger Brown), Braden Rosciszewski (Macheath), Mekenzie Rowland (Dolly), Ben Vacca (Mr. Peachum), and Zachary Yeager (Bob the Saw). The creative team includes director Dr. Brett D. Johnson, musical director Andrew Rainbow, choreographer Jennifer…
… processing of everyday neurological phenomena such as motion sickness and emotional dysregulation. “I am always impressed and even awed by the curiosity the dancers bring to their research and the creativity they display in the translation of all that they’ve thought and learned into this work of choreography. The future of dance creation is in very good hands!” notes C. Noelle Partusch, chair of the Department of Dance and an adviser to several projects. Her colleague Jennifer McNamara…
… all, the program features the talents of 42 dancers who defy as well as embrace gravity. The production opens with “Pas de Quatre,” a jewel in the canon of Romantic Era ballets. An 1845 showcase for the most adored ballerinas of the day, this interpretation features Jules Perrot’s original choreography while offering a fresh look through interpretation and costuming. The story focuses on four women, all linked by romantic liaisons with Perrot, explained Assistant Professor of Dance Jennifer…
… over to celebrate the successful publication of the book, which had been released on December 19. Dickens implores Mitton to stay and read the story aloud, and the two friends find themselves drawn into the narrative, bringing the tale's unforgettable characters to life in Dickens’ own study. Besides Johnson, the creative team includes scenic designer Tucker Topel, lighting designer Madeleine Steineck, costume designer Kim Brown, puppet designer Aaron White, choreographer Jennifer…
… Indianapolis Ballet Theatre, Matthew joined Eugene Ballet/Ballet Idaho. The company toured extensively throughout the Intermountain West and the Pacific Northwest regions, and he was promoted to principal dancer in his second season there. Matthew had the opportunity to dance principal roles in The Nutcracker , Swan Lake , and The Sleeping Beauty , as well as originate roles in contemporary repertoire by artistic director Toni Pimble and guest choreographers. Matthew and his wife, Jennifer…
… historical knowledge pertaining to the dance field Produce and present work by confronting professional problems through analysis, experimentation, and development of coherent goals, evident in scholarly and creative presentations Recognize and assess positive approaches to mental and physical health, professional theatrical aesthetic, and injury-free work ethic Summer Dance Experience Dancers from ages 12 to 22, spend your summer at Mercyhurst. Learn more here. Dance In the News Jennifer…