Choreography About

A choreographer's work is to create and organize dance sequences in cinema, music videos, stage shows, TV shows, drama, theatre, as well as in private gatherings. They are professionals in dance who create not only dances but themes too. A choreographer's work is to create and organize dance sequences in cinema, music videos, stage shows, TV shows, drama, theatre, as well as in private gatherings. They are professionals in dance who create not only dances but themes too. Choreographers typically are seasoned dancers who design performances that convey moods and ideas using movement or a particular style of dance in staged performances. Most choreographers are dancers who have been training and performing since they were very young. While there are no specific education requirements to become a choreographer, a degree in dance can provide insight into dance styles, dance theory, and teaching methods.

Choreography
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Career Roles & Responsibilities

Through their dance experience, choreographers acquire knowledge of dance theory. They also learn how the body reacts to various movements. They must be able to select the dancers best suited to a particular style of dance, as well as motivate and direct a company of dancers.

A choreographer's creativity may extend to other aspects of the performance. For example, he or she may work with the music director to select music or collaborate with other professionals to enhance such performance elements as lighting, costume, and set design.

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Career Education Path Summary

How to Become a Choreographer

 

Stream

Graduation

After Graduation

After Post Graduation

Path1

Clear Class XII in any stream

Pursue Bachelors In Arts And Dance/Any Discipline for 3 years

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Path2

Clear Class XII in any stream

Pursue Graduation in any field 

Pursue part-time/full-time course in Dance

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Path3

Clear Class XII in any stream

Pursue Diploma In Dance (Multiple Specialization) for 1-2 years

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Important Facts

Dance Industry isn't a degree-specific industry. Some jobs might require a Bachelors's Degree in Dance while some bachelor in any stream/Diploma Course/Class XII Degree will do.

Top Choreography Institutes in India

College

Location

Website

Institute of Creative Excellence

Chandigarh

www.theiceinstitute.com/index.php 

The ITA School of Performing Arts

Various Locations

www.itaspa.in 

Natya Institute of Kathak and Choreography, (N.I.K.C.) Malleswaram

Bangalore

www.natyamaya.in 

BhartiyaVidyaBhawan

Bangalore

www.bhavankarnataka.com 

SangeetNatak Academy

Delhi

www.sangeetnatak.gov.in 

SHIAMAK

Mumbai

www.shiamak.com/the-dance-academy.html 

Top Choreography Institutes in the World

Institution

Location

Website

The Julliard School

United States

www.juilliard.edu

New York University (NYU)

United States

www.nyu.edu 

The University of Arizona

United States

www.arizona.edu

The Ailey School

United States

www.theaileyschool.edu 

Temple University

United States

www.temple.edu

University of North Carolina

United States

www.uncg.edu 

Indiana University

United States

www.iu.edu 

Choreography Entrance Exams

Undergraduate

College

Tentative Date

Important Elements

Website

Natya Institute of Kathak& Choreography (NIKC)

Forms- 17th October, Aptitude test - 27th Oct

Eligibility - Minimum of 5 years of dance training/experience, Aptitude Test (Written and Practical

www.natyamaya.in/new/Natya_Courses.php 

SHAIMK

One year program- February, Half-yearly- November

Dance auditions

www.shiamak.com/the-dance-academy.html 

Postgraduate

Institution

Tentative Date

Important Elements

Website

Natya Institute of Kathak& Choreography (NIKC)

Forms- 17th October, Aptitude test - 27th Oct

Eligibility - Minimum of 5 years of dance training/experience, AptituteTest (Written and Practical

www.natyamaya.in/new/Natya_Courses.php 

SHAIMK

One year program- Feburary, Half yearly- November

Dance auditions

www.shiamak.com/the-dance-academy.html 

  • Invent and develop new dance movements
  • Engage in rehearsals for several hours to maintain flexibility and rhythm
  • Weave a storyline for drama or theatre performance to present through dance
  • Perform at events, gatherings, cultural programs, etc.
  • Design and develop concepts for dance acts including music, backdrop, and costumes
  • Practice regularly for several hours to maintain flexibility
  • Give auditions for various competitions, films, and or television
  • Perform as a part of the drama and theatre shows
  • Guide the upcoming talents with one's own knowledge and experience
  • Guide couples, dancers, and other dance groups in competitions and events

Choreographers create and direct original dances, in addition to developing interpretations of existing dances. The work of choreographers can be seen in a variety of performance settings, including ballet, opera, musicals, movies, television, music videos, and commercials. Like dancers, choreographers must be prepared to face rejection and intermittent periods of work. They may need another type of job skill that they can fall back on during times of unemployment.

Required education No specific requirements; bachelor's or master's degrees in dance are available other 
Other Requirements Professional dance training and performance experience is essential
Projected Job Growth (2018-2028)* -3% (for all choreographers)
Median Salary (2018)* $47,800 (for choreographers)
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Career Pros Details
  • Helps you boost your self-confidence as you perform and instruct others who follow you.
  • It is the best form of workout and thus keeps you fit.
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Career Cons Details
  • There is a lot of competition in this field and it's time-consuming.
  • You are always prone to injury. This is a field where the physical pain never goes away

 

Remo Dsouza
Remo Dsouza
Remo D’Souza is one of the most renowned dancers and choreographers of the Bollywood Industry. Apart from choreographing, the dancer has also tried his hands at directing films. During the last season of a dance reality show, Remo D’Souza shared the story of his struggling days in the industry. At the age of 19, Remo D’Souza opened up to his family that he wanted to follow his passion for dancing and wanted to try his hands in Bollywood. His father was completely against this and told Remo D’Souza to focus on becoming a pilot. However, his mother encouraged him to pursue his passion and enroll in a dance school to develop his skills. Remo D’Souza faced multiple rejections and slipped into depression but, refused to give up.
Geeta Kapur
Geeta Kapur
Geeta Kapur aka Geeta Maa's journey from popular choreographer Farah Khan's assistant to an extraordinary Independent choreographer has been nothing short of miraculous. Geeta Kapur started her Television journey from Zee Tv's ground-breaking reality show DID. Her unique style of praising contestants on the show was the talk of the town. How can we not mention her "Stupendo fantabulously phantasmagorically magical performance" quote after every amazing performance!

Dance Technique

A choreographer must have a thorough knowledge of dance steps, styles, and routines. Directors rely on choreographers to pull together dance routines that are stylistically appropriate for the production and that best express the story ideas in the production. The choreographer must also know what to look for in dancers to audition and cast them inappropriate roles. Dance concepts such as rhythm, balance, coordination, and musicality are familiar to a choreographer. Choreographers also teach dance techniques to members of the dance companies they lead, as well as their students at performing arts schools.

Leadership

Choreographers must have strong leadership skills because groups of dancers and actors depend on them for the execution of their routines. They are responsible for physically demonstrating routines for dancers to learn. Choreographers communicate decisively and assertively and must be able to enforce the rules of routines that they create. Providing clear direction and helping dancers work together as a team is part of the leadership a choreographer must provide.

Creativity

Choreographers must have creative talent because they rely on their own ideas to choreograph dance routines. They must be able to translate ideas into physical movements. They exercise their creativity when deciding on music, dance steps, body movements, costumes, and cast placements to ensure that performances are seamless. A willingness to experiment with new ideas, if original ideas don't pan out, is borne out of the choreographer's artistic ability.

Discipline

Choreography involves many long, tedious hours of rehearsing to get dance moves right. Audiences pay a lot of money to see the film, a dance company, and musical productions, and a lot of pressure weighs on the choreographer to ensure total success. To achieve this, choreographers must be disciplined, persistent, and not afraid to demand that dancers and actors try and try again until they get every move perfect. Physical stamina is also an essential component of a choreographer's skill at remaining disciplined.

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