Orchesis Dance Company

As part of the Department of Theatre & Performance, Orchesis dance company has presented high-quality performances since 1941 at William & Mary and seeks to bring innovative and exciting concerts of student and faculty choreography to the community. Orchesis provides an opportunity for students to develop their performing skills, participate in choreographic research, and contribute to concert production and company leadership.

By being a part of the company, committed dancers at William & Mary have the opportunity to receive further education and contribute to original dance performance research. Orchesis is directed by Dance faculty with student leaders supporting company cohesion, emphasizing the importance of communication and collaboration within the company. 

Every year, Orchesis performs DANCEVENT, a concert of faculty choreography, in the fall, and An Evening of Dance, a student-choreographed concert mentored by faculty, in the spring. Both concerts are Season shows produced by the Department of Theatre & Performance.

Auditions for Orchesis take place during the first week of the fall semester. Successful auditionees enroll in Dance Performance Research to receive credit for their work in the company.

Make sure to follow Orchesis on Instagram: @orchesisdancewm