Dance brochure

Within the framework
of a comprehensive seminar,
“Dance in Israel,” students study the
development of Israeli contemporary dance, attend
performances of Israeli contemporary dance companies,
and travel on field trip residencies.
and Behavioral sciences, and Business. For details, see the
overseas.huji.ac.il/RISCourses
Israel as an Institution of Higher Education with the authority
to grant the following degrees: B.Dance, M.Dance, B.Mus.,
B.Ed.Mus., and M.Mus. JAMD also awards the following joint
degrees with Hebrew University: B.A.Dance, B.A.Mus.,
JAMD is recognized by the Council for Higher Education in
In addition, students choose from a wide range of
academic courses in Middle Eastern and Israel studies,
including Hebrew and Arabic language, international
relations, the Bible, Jewish studies, Archaeology, Brain
and M.A.Mus. For further information,
jamd.ac.il/en
Director: Paul Bloom, JAMD
bloompd@jamd.ac.il
Artistic Creativity
giving an idea
material form
With more than 300 concerts and performances scheduled
throughout the year, JAMD provides ample opportunity for
students to appear onstage. Student and teacher ensembles
including orchestras, the Jerusalem Academy Dance Ensemble,
and choirs, have received international acclaim
and participate in festivals and special
projects all over the world.
Students begin the program with a pre-semester course
of their choice in the morning, followed by the Israeli
Choreographers Workshops, including technique class,
rehearsals, and performance of works with outstanding Israeli
choreographers, in the afternoon.
initiated by the Jerusalem Academy of Music and
Dance and Hebrew University’s RIS, combines artistic
training in dance and academic study with exposure
to Israel’s challenging social, historical, and cultural
environment.
choreographers, and music educators throughout Israel,
Europe, and North America.
(including Ohad Naharin’s Gaga), choreography,
repertoire, and improvisation, in partnership with Israeli
dancers, choreographers, and teachers.
DanceJerusalem offers university-level training in the
disciplines of classical ballet, contemporary dance
All images used with permission. Printed April 2018.
The Jerusalem Academy of Music & Dance (JAMD)
some 23,000 students study on the university’s four campuses,
including more than 2,000 students from over 70 countries
who have come to the Rothberg International School (RIS) to
pursue degrees or earn transfer credits. RIS offers a full range
premier university and one of the most prestigious in the
world. Founded by such luminaries as Martin Buber, Albert
Einstein, and Sigmund Freud, the university has become a
multidisciplinary institution of higher learning and research,
as well as a scientific center of international repute. Today,
is Israel’s creative center for the performing arts and has
hosted many renowned artists: Honorary Fellows include
Maestri Daniel Barenboim and Mstislav Rostropovich,
and Anna Sokolow. JAMD faculty and graduates
are among the leading conductors,
performers, dancers,
see: overseas.huji.ac.il
The Jerusalem Academy of Music & Dance (JAMD)
is Israel’s creative center for the performing arts and has
hosted many renowned artists: Honorary Fellows include
Maestri Daniel Barenboim and Mstislav Rostropovich,
course list: overseas.huji.ac.il/RISCourses
and Anna Sokolow. JAMD faculty and graduates
are among the leading conductors,
performers, dancers,
choreographers, and music educators throughout Israel,
Europe, and North America.
With more than 300 concerts and performances scheduled
throughout the year, JAMD provides ample opportunity for
students to appear onstage. Student and teacher ensembles
including orchestras, the Jerusalem Academy Dance Ensemble,
and choirs, have received international acclaim
and participate in festivals and special
projects all over the world.
JAMD is recognized by the Council for Higher Education in
Israel as an Institution of Higher Education with the authority
to grant the following degrees: B.Dance, M.Dance, B.Mus.,
B.Ed.Mus., and M.Mus. JAMD also awards the following joint
degrees with Hebrew University: B.A.Dance, B.A.Mus.,
and M.A.Mus. For further information,
see: jamd.ac.il/en
of accredited courses in English. For additional information,
The Hebrew University of Jerusalem is Israel’s
KolbenDance “The Silence”
Artistic Creativity
DanceJerusalem, a unique program
giving an idea
material form
The Hebrew University of Jerusalem is Israel’s
premier university and one of the most prestigious in the
world. Founded by such luminaries as Martin Buber, Albert
Einstein, and Sigmund Freud, the university has become a
multidisciplinary institution of higher learning and research,
as well as a scientific center of international repute. Today,
see: jamd.ac.il/en
some 23,000 students study on the university’s four campuses,
including more than 2,000 students from over 70 countries
who have come to the Rothberg International School (RIS) to
pursue degrees or earn transfer credits. RIS offers a full range
of accredited courses in English. For additional information,
see: overseas.huji.ac.il
DanceJerusalem, a unique program
initiated by the Jerusalem Academy of Music and
Dance and Hebrew University’s RIS, combines artistic
training in dance and academic study with exposure
to Israel’s challenging social, historical, and cultural
environment.
DanceJerusalem offers university-level training in the
disciplines of classical ballet, contemporary dance
(including Ohad Naharin’s Gaga), choreography,
repertoire, and improvisation, in partnership with Israeli
dancers, choreographers, and teachers.
Students begin the program with a pre-semester course
of their choice in the morning, followed by the Israeli
Choreographers Workshops, including technique class,
rehearsals, and performance of works with outstanding Israeli
choreographers, in the afternoon.
KolbenDance “The Silence”
Within the framework
of a comprehensive seminar,
“Dance in Israel,” students study the
development of Israeli contemporary dance, attend
performances of Israeli contemporary dance companies,
and travel on field trip residencies.
In addition, students choose from a wide range of
academic courses in Middle Eastern and Israel studies,
including Hebrew and Arabic language, international
relations, the Bible, Jewish studies, Archaeology, Brain
and Behavioral sciences, and Business. For details, see the
course list: overseas.huji.ac.il/RISCourses
Director: Paul Bloom, JAMD
bloompd@jamd.ac.il
A Jerusalem
Experience
Jerusalem is well-known for its abundant
historical and holy sites as well as its fascinating
tourist attractions. A city sacred to Judaism,
Christianity, and Islam, Jerusalem is a meeting
of past and present, of ancient roots and
modern innovations. In addition, this thriving
metropolis is rich in art galleries and museums,
theaters and concert halls, restaurants and
dance clubs. Exciting festivals, exhibitions,
international conferences, sports competitions,
and many other special events are held
throughout the year.
As the capital of Israel, Jerusalem is not only
home of the country’s governing bodies,
national memorials, and cultural institutions,
but also a political center of national and
international significance.
For further information, check
the DanceJerusalem website:
overseas.huji.ac.il/dance
IN THE U.S. & CANADA
Tel.: (212) 607 8520
Email: hebrewu@hebrewu.org
IN ISRAEL & ALL OTHER
COUNTRIES
Rothberg International School
The Hebrew University of Jerusalem
Boyar Building, Mount Scopus
Jerusalem, Israel 9190501
Tel.: +972 2 588 2610
Fax: +972 2 588 2363
Email: risundergrad@savion.huji.ac.il
This brochure is intended to provide general
information and does not constitute a legal
obligation on the part of the Hebrew University
or JAMD.
Photo Credits: Oren Mansura, Yonatan Dror.
DanceJerusalem
With the support of the Government of Israel,
the Jewish Agency for Israel, and Masa
Rothberg
Internaonal
School
Rothberg
Internaonal
School

Housing
Participants are housed in the modern Scopus
Student Village, adjacent to the Hebrew
University campus on Mount Scopus. Each
student is allocated a private, air-conditioned
bedroom in a suite with 4 other bedrooms as well
as a living room, a kitchen, and bathroom facilities.
A supermarket and self-service laundry can also be
found in the Student Village.
Office of Student Life (OSL)
OSL plans a wide array of extracurricular activities
throughout the year. Popular OSL activities include:
• Sea to Sea – a three-day hiking trip from the
Mediterranean to the Sea of Galilee
• Overnight in Bedouin tents in the Negev Desert
• Tours of Jerusalem, Tel Aviv, and other cities
• Bike trips, cultural activities, and more
Social events and holiday celebrations provide
great opportunities to meet other international
students and Israelis.
Madrichim – Counselors
A team of specially selected Israeli students called
madrichim resides in the Student Village and helps
international students adjust to life in Israel.
Health & Counseling Services
Comprehensive health insurance is included in the
tuition fee. Students also have access to an inhouse
psychologist.
DanceJerusalem
training the body,
educating the mind
Sports Center
The Lerner Family Indoor Sports Complex,
located near the Student Village, includes a semi-
Olympic swimming pool, sauna, gym, weight
room, aerobic fitness center, and nutrition clinic.
Adjacent to the complex are 10 outdoor tennis
courts. Students may participate in a wide variety
of classes offered at the center. Free membership
is included in the tuition fee!
Programs
YEAR OPTION
September–June
Pre-Semester (choose one of the following):
• Intensive Practical Hebrew Beginners level
language program (RIS – 4 credits)
• Foundations of Modern Standard Arabic Beginners
(RIS – 5 credits, Autumn semester only)
• Elective course on topics such as Jerusalem
Architecture, Religions in Jerusalem, Gender Issues
and more (RIS – 3 credits)
Autumn Semester (October–January):
Dance classes (JAMD – minimum 9 credits) and
2 academic classes (RIS – 6 credits)
Spring Semester (mid-February–June):
Dance classes (JAMD – minimum 9 credits) and
2 academic classes (RIS – 6 credits)
AUTUMN SEMESTER OPTION
September–January
This option consists of the September Undergraduate
Pre-semester and Autumn Semester as listed above.
SPRING SEMESTER OPTION
Mid-January–June
Pre- Semester (choose one of the following):
• Intensive Practical Hebrew Beginners level
language program (RIS – 4 credits)
• Elective course on topics such as Jerusalem
Architecture, Religions in Jerusalem, Gender
Issues and more (RIS – 3 Credits)
Spring Semester (mid-February–June):
Dance classes (JAMD – minimum 9 credits) and
2 academic classes (RIS – 6 credits)
For details about the Hebrew language program,
see: overseas.huji.ac.il/hebprograms
Dance Curriculum
Classical Ballet
Based on traditional techniques, including the
Vaganova technique and Royal Academy of Dance
syllabus, as well as all elements of barre, centre, and
full combinations from adagio through petite and
grande allegro.
Contemporary Dance
Based on the modern dance techniques of Merce
Cunningham and Martha Graham, as well as
contemporary release techniques and Ohad
Naharin’s Gaga; taught by dancers of the Batsheva
Dance Company.
Choreography
Production of original student works under the
guidance of working faculty choreographers, in
cooperation with student composers from JAMD’s
Department of Music Composition.
Repertoire Workshops
Intensive rehearsals with contemporary
Israeli choreographers creating works with
DanceJerusalem students.
Improvisation
Structured improvisation in cooperation with
students from both JAMD’s Cross-Disciplinary
Music Department and the Bezalel Academy of
Arts and Design.
Dance in Israel Seminar
Students study the development of Israeli
contemporary dance, attend performances of Israeli
dance companies, and travel on field trip residencies.
Security
The safety, security, and well-being of students
is the primary concern of Hebrew University and
JAMD. A comprehensive security orientation is
given to all students upon arrival. All campus and
Student Village entrances are guarded, and the
campuses and Student Village are patrolled around
the clock. Student activities, whether on or off
campus, meet the strictest security requirements.
Admission Requirements
Dance students with a grade point average (GPA)
of 3.0 and above (or equivalent) are eligible to
apply, including entering freshman and graduate
students. Applicants will be required to audition,
and applications will be jointly reviewed by RIS
and JAMD.
Financial Aid
Need- and merit-based financial aid is available.
Applicants should follow the procedures
for their local office listed online:
overseas.huji.ac.il/financialaid
Applications
Applications for the year program and autumn
semester must be submitted by June 15, and for
the spring semester, by November 15. Candidates
apply online at: overseas.huji.ac.il/applynow
Please note on the application that you are
applying for DanceJerusalem.