Chapter 1. Examining the Big Picture
Dance as an Economic and Cultural Force in the United States
Impact of Dance on the U.S. Economy
Dance as a Cultural Force in the United States
Expanding Notions of a Career in Dance
Education and Training for Careers in Dance
Summary

Chapter 2. Dance as an Entrepreneurial Journey
An Entrepreneurial Approach to Dance Careers
Aligning Strengths With Career Goals
Qualities of a Successful Dance Professional
Roadblocks and Rerouting
Plans B, and C, and D
A Mindset of Lifelong Learning and Change
Summary

Chapter 3. Teaching Dance in K-12 Schools and Postsecondary Education
Planning and Training for a Career in Dance Education
Steps to a Career in K-12 Dance Education
Steps to a Career in Postsecondary Dance Education
Pros and Cons of Different Educational Environments
Summary

Chapter 4. Opportunities in the Private Sector: Dance Studios and Schools
Types of Studios and Schools
Training and Education for Dance Studio Professions
Teaching in a Dance Studio
Managing a Teaching Career Over a Lifetime
Opening a Dance Studio Business
Summary

Chapter 5. Nonprofit Dance Companies and Organizations
Performing in a Dance Company
Artistic Leadership
Summary

Chapter 6. Breaking Into Commercial Dance
Career Options in Commercial or Entertainment-Based Dance
Training and Preparation
Branding
Networking
Finding an Agent
Joining a Union
Audition Tips
A Day on the Job
Summary

Chapter 7. Dance Research and Journalism
Dance Journalism
Dance Research
Summary

Chapter 8. Dance Administration and Advocacy
Careers in Dance Administration
Dance Administration Careers in Educational Institutions
Administrative Careers in Dance Companies and Nonprofit Organizations
Preparing for a Career as a Dance Company Executive Administrator
Careers in Dance Advocacy
Preparing for a Career Involving Dance Advocacy
Summary

Chapter 9. Dance Science, Medicine, Therapies, and Somatic Practices
Careers in Dance Science and Medicine
Careers in Dance/Movement Therapy
Careers in Somatic Practices
Preparing for a Career in Somatic Practices
Summary

Chapter 10. Competitive Dance and Sports Entertainment
Private Dance Competition and Convention Companies
High School and Collegiate Competitive Dance
Preparing for Careers in Competitive Dance
Professional Sports Entertainment Dance Teams
Preparing for Careers on Sports Entertainment Dance Teams
Summary

Chapter 11. Technical Theater, Media, and Technology
Opportunities in Technical Theater
Preparing for Careers in Technical Theater
Opportunities in Media and Technology
Summary

Chapter 12. Interdisciplinary Opportunities
Collaboration With Artists
Collaboration With Professionals Outside of the Arts
Preparing for Professional Interdisciplinary Opportunities
Summary

Conclusion. Now What? First Steps Toward a Dance Career
Major Takeaways From This Book
Graduate School Possibilities
Adjusting to Life as a Working Professional in Dance
Summary

Careers In Dance

Practical and Strategic Guidance From the Field