Performing Arts
If you are interested in singing or dancing, MIT has many classes and groups to choose from. There are also off-campus resources you may want to follow up. There are many ways you can put your creativity to work. We list a few here!
Don't forget to check the interest groups at spouses&partners@mit
On-Campus
* Music Groups
There are many groups that you can join on campus, including the Chamber Chorus, Concert Choir, Gospel Choir, and Symphony Orchestra. There are also other associations such as Mithas, which promotes South Asian music, and a songwriter.s club. For more information visit the arts@MIT website at: http://web.mit.edu/arts/music
* Dance
Ballroom dancing, hip hop, classical Indian dance, MIT has it all. To learn more about these and other dancing clubs on campus, visit the arts@MIT website at: web.mit.edu/arts/dance
Keep an eye out for flyers on campus for private classes and new groups!
Off-Campus
Here are some suggestions for off-campus dance classes. Please also check the section on dance classes for children in the Necomer's Guide Childcare/Extracurricular Activities Section.
* Choirs
To find a choir to sing with, you can ask at your local church. You can also try the Greater Boston Choral Consortium to find a good singing group near your residential area.
* Dance
Gotta Dance!
www.gottadance.org
11 Garden Street, Cambridge
Phone: 617-864-8675
You can learn and practice swing, salsa and ballroom dancing at this studio. It is located in Harvard Square, but has different venues for different dance classes. Visit their website for more information and locations.
The Dance Complex
www.dancecomplex.org
536 Massachusetts Avenue, Cambridge
Phone: 617-547-9363
Voted the "Best of Boston 2005", The Dance Complex is located in Central Square. They teach a large variety of dances, from ballet to hip hop. More information in their website.
Please also check this list of dance classes in the greater Boston area: www.havetodance.com
Last Updated: January, 2009
