SMU Meadows Dance Presents: The 2025 Spring Dance Concert

The SMU Meadows Spring Dance Concert is right around the corner, running April 2–6, 2025 — 8:00 PM Wednesday through Saturday, and 2:00 PM on Sunday at the Bob Hope Theater at Southern Methodist University. It promises to be a celebration of movement, music, and artistic mastery. Hosted by the SMU Meadows Division of Dance, this annual performance highlights the strength and versatility of the BFA dance program, offering audiences a rich blend of classical and contemporary works performed by the university’s talented dancers.

This year’s SMU Meadows Spring Dance Concert features a powerful mixed-repertoire lineup that spans the full range of the division’s triple-track training: ballet, modern, and jazz. Audiences can expect three standout works:

• Concerto Barocco, a neoclassical ballet by George Balanchine, founder of New York City Ballet. This piece, renowned for its musicality and technical precision, has remained a timeless favorite since its 1941 debut. Learn more about Concerto Barocco and its legacy here.
  
• We All Fall Down, a bold modern premiere choreographed by Robert Battle, former Artistic Director of Alvin Ailey American Dance Theater and current resident choreographer for the Paul Taylor Dance Company.
  
• Destination Jazz, a vibrant, high-energy jazz piece choreographed by Carlos R. A. Jones, choreographer, author, and professor at SUNY Brockport.
  

Each of these pieces reflects the wide-ranging technical and stylistic foundation dancers receive at SMU, making the SMU Meadows Spring Dance Concert a true showcase of the program’s commitment to developing dynamic, adaptable artists.

Spotlight on Chloe Young

We’re especially proud to spotlight Chloe Young, a senior majoring in Dance Performance and also pursuing a degree in Public Relations and Strategic Communications. She will be performing in Concerto Barocco, with her cast taking the stage on Wednesday, Friday, and Sunday. Chloe invites fellow students, faculty, and community members to come out and show their support. Earlier this month, she appeared on the Meadows on the Mic podcast, where she shared her journey—from discovering her love for dance as a child, to choosing SMU Meadows, and her plans for life after graduation. Check out the episode here!

A Bittersweet Farewell

The 2025 SMU Meadows Spring Dance Concert also marks the final concert under the leadership of Professor Christopher Dolder, who has served as Chair of the Division of Dance for the past six years. While he’ll continue to teach, his guidance and leadership will be warmly remembered by students and faculty alike.

Whether you’re a regular supporter or someone just discovering the arts at SMU, the SMU Meadows Spring Dance Concert is not to be missed. It’s a celebration of talent, hard work, and the artistic spirit that thrives at Meadows!

🎟️ Performance Dates & Tickets:

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