Dance

Dance Production shows took place on April 28 and 29.

Dance Production celebrates past, present

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Berkeley High School’s Dance Production class has been working all semester on their final performance, which took place on April 28 and 29. The theme of the show was “Looking Back to Moving Forward”, and it included 10 pieces that ranged from hip-hop to interpretive dance.

BHS students attend a socially-distanced symphonic band rehearsal at the Jacket Stadium.

Performing Arts Classes Wrap Up The Year With Virtual Performances

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When Berkeley High School students selected their courses for the 2020-21 school year back in the spring of 2020, they had no idea what they were in for.

Digital Dance: BHS Dance Production 2021 Launches Film Festival

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Faced with this year’s unprecedented circumstances, the Berkeley High School Dance Production class embraced a unique opportunity to explore digital dance in its annual performance, which will take place on April 23.  Linda Carr, who teaches DP, explained the online model for the 2021 showcase.

Young dancers in class at Heat Danceline, a studio in Oakland.

Black Americans Harness the Power of Dance as a Tool for Change

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For Berkeley High School senior Shayla Avery, dance is powerful. Avery, a student in Academic Choice, is both a dancer and an activist — often at the same time.

Dawn Williams, who teaches Afro-Haitian dance, gives her students the opportunity to move around during her classes.

BHS Teachers Speak About the Importance of the Art Department for Students

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At Berkeley High School, participating in two years of an art course is a graduation requirement for all students. The art department offers numerous opportunities and class options for students to find an art form they feel passionate about.

BHS Dance Production members showcase their skills in a January 2020 performance.

Where Do Dance Programs Fit In Amidst Sports in the Pandemic?

Sports

Between the National Basketball Association Finals and the World Series, sports have been getting a lot of attention recently. Politicians have fought hard, for better or for worse, for the return of televised sports.