Prospective Student Tours and Events

Visit LMU Dance: Tours & Events for Prospective Students

Whether you're a first-year applicant or a transfer student, we invite you to experience the energy, creativity, and community that define LMU Dance. Our in-person and virtual events are designed to give you an authentic glimpse into our program, faculty, and student life.

We believe the best way to truly understand LMU Dance is to visit us in person or online—meet our inspiring faculty, connect with current students, and explore our beautiful campus. If you're able, we highly encourage you to schedule a visit. Dance-specific tours are offered on Mondays and Fridays, led by current LMU Dance students.

Schedule a Tour

To schedule a dance-specific tour on a Monday or Friday, please email our Senior Administrative Coordinator Juliet Szatko at Juliet.Szatko@lmu.edu.

Prospective Student Event Calendar 2025—2026

LMU Dance Intensive

Friday, September 19, 2025
A full-day immersive experience featuring dance classes, a campus tour, lunch, and student performance. Parents/guardians are encouraged to attend.

LMU Dance Day Schedule
  
9:00–9:30am
Check-In
Atrium Outside of Murphy Recital Hall
  
9:30–10:00am
Welcome to LMU Dance & Overview of the Day
Murphy Recital Hall
 
10:00–10:20am
Transfer to Studios
FR/SO: Burns Rec Center
JR/SR: BFA 229
 
10:20–11:20am
FR/SO: Commercial Hip Hop with KJ Wade
JR/SR: Jazz Funk (Student-Led Class) with Jordan Habash
 
11:30am–12:30pm
FR/SO: Jazz Funk (Student-Led Class) with Jordan Habash
JR/SR: Commercial Hip Hop with KJ Wade
 
12:30–12:45pm
Transfer to Dunning Courtyard
 
12:45–1:30pm
Lunch + Student Q&A
We’ll be serving pizza and salad, with vegan and gluten-free options available.
If you prefer something else or have additional dietary needs, please feel free to pack a lunch.
  
1:30–2:10pm
LMU Campus Tour
  
2:10–3:10pm
FR/SO: Jazz with Dr. Laura Ann Smyth
JR/SR: Contemporary with Lauren Froderman
  
3:20–4:20pm
FR/SO: Contemporary with Lauren Froderman
JR/SR: Jazz with Dr. Laura Ann Smyth
 
4:20–4:30pm
Transfer to Murphy Recital Hall
  
4:30–5:00pm
Rehearsal
Murphy Recital Hall
  
5:00–6:00pm
Student Performance + Closing Ceremonies
Murphy Recital Hall
 
Key  
FR/SO = Freshmen/Sophomores  
JR/SR = Juniors/Seniors
     
What to Wear  
Please wear comfortable, movement-friendly clothing.  
Hip Hop & Jazz Funk: Sneakers  
Jazz: Jazz shoes  
Contemporary: Barefoot or turners  
Feel free to bring layers and water to stay comfortable throughout the day.

Register Here

Virtual Dance Open House

Sunday, October 26, 2025 at 5 PM (PT)/8 PM (ET)
Join us online to explore LMU Dance from anywhere in the world.

  • 5:00–5:30 PM – Chat with the Chair
  • 5:30–6:30 PM – Q&A with Current Students

Register Here

Dance Open House

Saturday, November 22, 2025
Get an inside look at LMU Dance through classes, conversations, and performances.

Sample Schedule:

  • 9:00 AM – Check-In
  • 9:30–10:30 AM – Chat with the Chair
  • 10:30–11:30 AM – Career Prep with Geri (Parents Only) + Dance Class 1
  • 11:35–12:35 PM – Dance Class 2 (Parents Break)
  • 12:45–1:45 PM – Lunch + Student Q&A
  • 1:45–2:30 PM – LMU Dance Tour + Merchandise Shop
  • 2:30–3:30 PM – Best of LMU Dance Performance

Register Here

Virtual Dance Preview Day

Sunday, April 12, 2025 at 5 PM (PT)/8 PM (ET)
For students accepted or those seriously considering LMU Dance.

  • 5:00–5:30 PM – Chat with the Chair
  • 5:30–6:30 PM – Q&A with Current Students

Dance Preview Day

Saturday, April 18, 2026
Spend a full day on campus experiencing LMU Dance through classes, Q&As, and performances for accepted students and those strongly considering LMU Dance.

Sample Schedule:

  • 9:00 AM – Check-In
  • 9:30–10:30 AM – Chat with the Chair
  • 10:30–11:30 AM – Career Prep with Geri (Parents Only) + Dance Class 1
  • 11:35–12:35 PM – Dance Class 2 (Parents Break)
  • 12:45–1:45 PM – Lunch + Student Q&A
  • 1:45–2:30 PM – LMU Dance Tour + Merchandise Shop
  • 2:30–3:30 PM – Best of LMU Dance Performance

Have Questions?

For general inquiries about LMU Dance:
Dance@lmu.edu

For recruitment-specific questions:
Geraldine.Brown@lmu.edu
Geri Brown, Director of Commercial Dance and Recruitment

We look forward to helping you take the next step in your artistic journey—right here at LMU Dance.