Hampton University Terpsichorean Dance Company

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 The Terpsichorean Dance Company, formally named the Hampton Institute Creative Dance Group, was founded by Charles Holston Williams in 1934 at Hampton University in Hampton, Virginia. The name was changed in 1968. This was voted on by the students at that time. The name Terpsichorean means a group of dancers and derives from the word Terpsichore, the Greek muse of dance & music. The company is the longest- running dance organization on Hampton University’s campus and the 1st African American touring company in the country.  The company is traditionally based on modern and negro spiritual movements, now commonly referred to as the “Terps” it has added to that foundation and it's filled with an array of dance styles; such as jazz, hip hop, ballet, contemporary and liturgical movements.   All company members audition during their undergraduate years of Hampton University in the Fall within the 1st month of the semester. The company has two Concerts a year and performs at many on- campus sanctioned events (Pageants, Parent's Weekend, Homecoming Parade, Fashion Shows, Basketball Games, High School Day, etc.) & community events per request/availability.

Complete the Performance Request Form a minimum of 2 weeks before requested event. We will get back to you promptly with availability. 

Looking to purchase tickets to our Concert,  need to pay for a community performance or DONATE!!

Company auditions are held once a year for undergraduate students. Candidates will be  critiqued on across the floor combinations and dance routine(s). The company will be looking for technique, personality, good energy and ability to pick up material quickly & correctly.

UPCOMING PERFORMANCES

DONATIONS 

We need your help! 

Your generous support will help the dance company with  studio repairs, concert equipment, travel costs and costumes

Donations of $100 or more will receive a 90th Anniversary Commemorative Calendar & 2 Tickets to the Fall 2024 Concert.

Use the link or Cash App $HUTERPS

TERP FUNDRAISER


Show your support by purchasing Terps Gear.

 Fan shirts and Alumni Merch are available for a limited time!

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All Photos are taken by Creative Director Crystal Neal 

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                  CONTACT US!                 

Located at Hampton University- Jerome Holland Hall- Dance Studio- Room 120

Crystal Neal

Terpsichorean Dance Company Creative Director

HUTerps@hamptonu.edu

Terpsichorean1934@gmail.com

757-598-1673

 Beverly Duane

Hampton University Director of Dance

 Advisor 

Beverly.Duane@hamptonu.edu

757-727-5317