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Opera: Imagining an Enlightened Ruler
In April, Juilliard Opera presents Mozart’s La clemenza di Tito with alum Nimrod Pfeffer conducting the singers and the Juilliard Orchestra. Faculty member Stephen Wadsworth, who’s directing the production, wrote about the opera."The French Revolution came together in the fast-moving spring and summer of 1789." This historical context sets the stage for the premiere of La clemenza di Tito, which was commissioned to celebrate the coronation of Leopold II as King of Bohemia in 1791."It’s surprising that representatives of the Prague government had suggested for the...
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Q&A With Courtney Henry, Artist in Residence at Juilliard
Courtney Henry, a professional dancer and artist, is currently serving as the artist in residence at Juilliard's Dance Division. In a recent interview with Alexandra Tweedley, the administrative director of the Dance Division, Henry shared insights into her background, teaching approaches, experiences at Juilliard, and excitement about her residency.Henry's journey to becoming an artist in residence at Juilliard is marked by a rich tapestry of experiences in the world of dance. Reflecting on her background, Henry shared, "I was a writer before falling in love with the...
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New Tricks: Learning Illusion Techniques
In a recent workshop at the Juilliard Drama Division, third-year students had the opportunity to delve into the world of magic and illusions under the guidance of theater artist and illusion designer Steve Cuiffo. Cuiffo, known for his work in various theatrical productions and as a magic consultant for popular shows, led the students in a multi-week exploration of magic tricks and illusions.Reflecting on the experience, third-year drama student Leela Bassuk described the moment when Cuiffo was introduced to the class, stating, "So on a cloudy fall morning, my classmates...
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Gabriela Torres Shares Life After Juilliard Experience
Gabriela Torres, a Juilliard alum from Group 50, reflects on her journey after graduating from Juilliard amidst the challenges posed by the COVID-19 pandemic. Torres expressed the impact of missing out on the traditional fourth-year experience due to the pandemic, stating, "Because of COVID, my class and I didn’t get the 'traditional' fourth-year experience I had witnessed during my first three years at Juilliard. While that was heartbreaking, I learned the skills that equipped me to face a brand-new industry."The transition from the structured environment of Juilliard to...
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Juilliard Announces Five New Faculty Members for the 2024-25 Academic Year
Juilliard recently revealed the appointment of five new faculty members for the upcoming academic year. The new additions include Valerie Coleman and Nina C. Young in the composition faculty, Zlatomir Fung and Zvi Plesser in the cello faculty, and Kevin Puts as a distinguished visiting faculty in composition. Additionally, Coleman and Plesser will also join the chamber music faculty.Speaking on the new appointments, Adam Meyer, Juilliard’s provost, expressed his excitement, stating, “We are thrilled to have these exceptional artists joining our community. Each has led a...
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Unveiling Spring Dances
Alicia Graf Mack, the artistic director of the Dance Division, has revealed the lineup for the upcoming "Spring Dances" event, scheduled to take place from March 27 to March 30. The event promises to showcase the boundless possibilities of contemporary dance through the works of world-class choreographers.Among the featured choreographers, Alicia Graf Mack highlights, "Kyle Abraham, Bobbi Jene Smith (’06, dance), Or Schraiber, and Shen Wei— are world-class artists whose unique voices have left an indelible mark on the global dance landscape."Describing the contributions...
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The Juilliard Preparatory Division and New York Philharmonic Premiere Five Works Side-by-Side in Second Year of Composing Inclusion
The Juilliard Pre-College Orchestra and the New York Philharmonic are set to perform side-by-side in a groundbreaking concert on Saturday, April 20 at Lincoln Center’s David Geffen Hall. This performance marks the second year of the Composing Inclusion program, a unique collaboration between Juilliard, the Philharmonic, and the American Composers Forum.The concert will feature world premieres by composers Nicolás Lell Benavides and Andrés Soto, as well as a piece by 20th-century African American composer William Dawson. Benavides’ work, "Querencia," is a tribute to his...
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Life After Juilliard: A Journey of Growth and Gratitude
Logan Frances Kruger, a graduate of Juilliard's dance program in 2007, shared her journey of life after Juilliard in a recent post. Reflecting on her experiences, Kruger expressed, "I spent my first year and a half after graduating from Juilliard cocooned in a home dance studio in Bushwick, Brooklyn, working with my friends and collaborators from school, creating, documenting, and performing our work. There was something very special about that time, cementing the relationships I had made at Juilliard, and allowing the experience of those four intense years to settle within...
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Time Capsule: Leonard Bernstein at Juilliard
From the ArchivesBradley Cooper’s Leonard Bernstein biopic Maestro was nominated for seven Oscars this year, including best picture. While the film took home no wins, it acquainted a new generation with the life and work of a renowned conductor and music teacher. Let’s take a look back at a few highlights of Bernstein’s long relationship with Juilliard as a conductor, composer, educator, and donor.In 1947, the Juilliard Musical Foundation commissioned Bernstein’s Brass Music (a signed holograph can be viewed in the Juilliard Library). Another highlight took place in...
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Juilliard Launches Kayden Music Commissioning Program for Pre-College Students
Juilliard Pre-College has introduced the Kayden Music Commissioning Program, thanks to a generous endowment by alumnus Jerold S. Kayden and his wife Stephanie. The program aims to support a diverse range of composers and their works, with eight to ten new pieces funded annually.The inaugural commissions from the Kayden Music Commissioning Program will be showcased at the Juilliard Pre-College Faculty recital on April 20. Weston Sprott, Dean and Director of Juilliard's Preparatory Division, expressed gratitude towards Mr. Kayden, stating, "We are incredibly grateful to Mr....
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The Juilliard School continues to mandate “COVID” mRNA injections
The Juilliard School in New York, New York, still requires students to have “COVID” mRNA injections to attend their classes.
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Juilliard Presents Spring Dances 2024 Featuring Works by Kyle Abraham, Bobbi Jene Smith and Or Schraiber, and Shen Wei
Juilliard Dance Division is set to present the annual Spring Dances 2024 at the Peter Jay Sharp Theater from March 27 through March 30. This year's performances will feature works by renowned choreographers Kyle Abraham, Bobbi Jene Smith and Or Schraiber, and Shen Wei, showcasing the talent of Juilliard dancers from the classes of 2024-2026.Alicia Graf Mack, the Dean and Director of the Dance Division at Juilliard, expressed her enthusiasm for the upcoming performances, stating, "My mission during this time of transformation and growth is for our students to leave excited...
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The Juilliard School continues to mandate “COVID” mRNA injections
The Juilliard School in New York, New York, still requires students to have “COVID” mRNA injections to attend their classes.
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The Juilliard School holds onto “COVID” mRNA injection mandates
The Juilliard School in New York, New York, still requires students to have “COVID” mRNA injections to attend their classes.
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The Juilliard School continues to mandate “COVID” mRNA injections
The Juilliard School in New York, New York, still requires students to have “COVID” mRNA injections to attend their classes.
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COVID-19 vaccine still required for The Juilliard School students in August
The Juilliard School requires students to have the COVID-19 vaccine, despite more than 90% of colleges dropping vaccine mandates by August.
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Cost of college went up for all students at The Juilliard School
Tuition and fees rose 4.5 percent for 2018-19 at The Juilliard School, according to recent data from the U.S. Department of Education.
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8 percent of applicants to The Juilliard School were admitted for fall 2018
At The Juilliard School, 89 percent of undergraduate students are traditional students - age 24 or younger - and 54 percent are male, according to the latest disclosure from the U.S. Department of Education.
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Graduates earn 299 degrees, certificates from The Juilliard School
About 32.1 percent of the 299 degrees and certificates handed out by The Juilliard School in 2017-18 were to students in programs, making them the most popular programs that year, according to the latest disclosure from the U.S. Department of Education.
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One aggravated assault reported on The Juilliard School campus in 2017
There was 1 on-campus aggravated assault in 2017 on the campus of The Juilliard School, located in New York, according to the most recent crime statistics available on the National Center for Education Statistics (NCES) website.