Performance Opportunities
There are many performance opportunities at USF, and many ways for students to express themselves through theater, dance, and music.
Below is a list of active performance groups on campus. Some are sponsored by the Performing Arts Department or part of the PASJ Major, and some are independent student-run groups sponsored by Student Life.
General Performance Opportunities
An opportunity for Performing Arts majors and minors to create new work (music, dance, theater, spoken word) and direct, produce, act, or design. To enroll: THTR 110, Intro to PASJ.
ASUSF Campus Activities Board promotes our university values and mission through entertainment programming that brings our undergraduate community together. CAB organizes karaoke nights, carnivals, concerts, and other special events. Events for students — by students!
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Dance Performance Opportunities
Open to students of all majors and minors, and are available in beginning (DANC 110), intermediate (DANC 210), and advanced (DANC 310) levels for: modern, ballet, hip hop, ballroom, musical theater, contact improv, and West African styles.
For more information:
asdowling@usfca.edu
(415) 422-4888
Comprised of students who perform in the Dance Ensemble Concerts. Fall Concert brings guest choreographers from the Bay Area who are aligned with the USF PASJ mission, while Spring Concert presents choreography by faculty in the USF Dance Program. Students work closely with artists to create original works. Participation by audition; students can receive credit
For more information:
asdowling@usfca.edu
(415) 422-4888
A group of USF students and Senior Bay Area Adults, aged 17-72, who strive to create thought-provoking works of dance/theater. We perform in Festivals, Schools, & Senior Centers in the Bay Area. Participation by audition. Rehearsals W 6:30-9:00pm in ED040. To enroll (0-2 units): DANC 480-02.
For more information:
njgreene@usfca.edu
Promotion for the unity and solidarity of the Philippine American community while striving to share, encourage participation, and educate others of the Filipino culture.The annual Philippine Cultural Night allows students to celebrate Philippine culture through skit, dance, song, spoken word, and various performing arts.
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Hawaiian Ensemble is a student-led organization that produces an annual Lūʻau and hosts other events on campus. Students learn cultural traditions through mele Hawai‘i (song), hula (dance), and various forms of Tahitian music and dance (‘ori tahiti).
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An environment where all is welcomed and a chance to meet others with the interest of various forms of music including K-pop. Various club events, dance covers and performances to participate in at your own pace.
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A student created hip-hop dance club that harnesses and cultivates the art of dance, specifically in the style of hip-hop. VarCity SF aims to provide dancers a safe and comfortable haven to practice this ever-growing way of life and freely exchange their ideas.
For more information:
varcitysf@gmail.com
A student-created contemporary dance group. It is a place for dancers to come share their passion for dance and grow as dancers while they take classes and are given performance opportunities in the city.
For more information:
vitalitydancesf@gmail.com
Sponsored by the Athletics Dept., is the official combined cheer & dance team
for USF. Promotes school spirit & supports all USF Athletic teams. Composed of 10 dancers, selected
in the fall. Cheers & performs at various athletic events throughout the year, including the WCC.
For more information:
usfspiritsquad@gmail.com
Music Performance Opportunities
Open to students of all majors and minors. MUS 100: Intro to Music Theory, where students learn music reading, writing, and sight-singing skills, is the prerequisite for songwriting and applied music/private lessons classes.
For more information:
tkurtz@usfca.edu
Perform traditional art music (classical) from all periods, including major works and shorter choral gems. In addition to the full University Choir, smaller groups like Chamber singers perform advanced vocal music. Rehearsals are Tuesday & Thursday in MA122. To enroll (0-2 units): MUS 110.
For more information:
seeman@usfca.edu
Contains a variety of choral ensembles that specialize in popular & jazz vocal styles, and is a joint project of the Associated Students of USF and the PASJ Dept. Voices rehearses Mondays 6:30-7:45pm in ED040, Treble rehearsals Tuesdays 6:30-7:45pm, Basso on Tuesdays 8:00-9:15pm, the a cappella group SIX on Thursdays 7:00-9:00pm and Jazz rehearsals Mondays 8:00-9:15pm. To enroll (0-2 unit): MUS 110.
For more information:
Rick Roberts robertsr@usfca.edu
Sean Gressens scgresens@usfca.edu
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Performs Western classical music in small groups (duos, trios, quartets) Ensembles form according to instrument & experience; all levels of musicians welcome. Each group meets twice a week; once in an independent rehearsal & once to coach with the director (alternative scheduling is common for class conflicts). To enroll (0-2 units) MUS 111-04.
For more information:
dedandrea@usfca.edu
A place where students study the language & repertoire of jazz & perform in small ensembles. Open to all who want to learn America’s art form. No formal auditions. Rehearsals T 4:45-6:25pm in ED040. To enroll (0-2 units): MUS 111.
For more information:
pbthiam@usfca.edu
In collaboration with the Athletics Department, Dons Band is an instrumental marching band that performs at USF athletic games, campus events, and community events. The Band rehearses Mondays 7-9 pm and time for sectionals vary. To enroll (0-2 units): MUS 111.
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Provides the vocal & instrumental music ministry for the 7pm student masses every week, along with the Commencement Liturgy & other University Liturgical programs. Performs both traditional & contemporary Catholic & Christian repertoire. Rehearsals Sundays at 5:30pm. To enroll (0-2 units): MUS 110.
For more information: ldiazflaviani@usfca.edu
Performs rock music from various different styles. Rehearsals Wed 4:45-6:20pm in ED040. To enroll (0-2 units): MUS 111.
For more information:
tkurtz@usfca.edu
Theater Performance Opportunities
Non-majors interested in learning acting technique may enroll in THTR 110 or THTR 115. Advanced theater technique courses (200 and 300 level classes) open to majors and minors include: genre-specific rotating special topic classes.
For more information:
performingarts@usfca.edu
(415) 422-5979
Produced by USF’s Theater Program, feature students in high-quality theater productions directed by faculty and designed by professional guest artists. Auditions held early in fall semester and halfway through spring semester, open to all students. Technicians, assistant directors & stage managers needed. Students can receive credit by enrolling in THTR 372.
For more information:
varea@usfca.edu
(415) 422-5979
An ASUSF-supported student-run organization and the oldest continuously performing theatre group west of the Mississippi. Each year they produce a mainstage musical and several student-directed plays in their Gill Series and many other types of performance genres.
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