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Experience Dance and Music at NC State
The Department of Performing Arts and Technology is where NC State students of any major cultivate and explore their creative interests—no matter where they lead.
Our courses and programs empower students to evolve as performers, cultivate entrepreneurial skills, explore innovative methods to elevate their art through technology and acquire knowledge of the theory, history, and cultural importance of dance and music.
Whether you’re a mover, musician, performing arts enthusiast or innovator, your artistic passions will thrive at NC State.
Fall 2024 Auditions
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“[The department] is genuinely one of the happiest communities I’ve ever been a part of. Everybody in the department is there because they care about making music with other people.”
Anna Lee, ’22
Founder & President, Music Theory Club
Minor in Flute Performance
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