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Natalie Marrone has spent the last decade teaching dance in University programs including such prestigious programs as The Ohio State University, Ohio Wesleyan University, Western Michigan University, Emory University, Oberlin College, Bowling Green State University, California State University, and University of North Carolina.  She received a Master in Fine Arts degree from The Ohio State University in dance in 1998 and simultaneously founded her own dance company, The Dance Cure that year.  She has had the benefit of teaching in B.A. and B.F.A. programs, large public universities and small private colleges.  She has also written program curricula, served on audition committees, and served on university wide administration committees, giving her an inside perspective on administrative effects on a dance program and its faculty.  Ms. Marrone is also a graduate of Columbus' prestigious Academy for Leadership and Governance/next generation of arts leaders program under the direction of Donn Vickers.  Marrone's choreography and research has been conducted all over the world, including the USA, Europe, and Asia.

 

Confused & Overwhelmed
                by choosing a college dance program?

Natalie Marrone's Consultation Services help young dancers navigate through the overwhelming process of choosing a college dance program.  Whether in group workshops or private consultations, Natalie Marrone's decade of university teaching experience helps young dancers get the inside scoop on dance in academia.

Group Workshops: Dance 101 Essentials

  • Know the real differences between a B.A. and B.F.A. degree programs.

  • Audition with insight and intelligence.

  • Ask important questions that reveal what is beyond a program's marketing.

  • Look at dance curriculum with a sharp eye.

  • Identify current trends in academia for dance programs.

Private Coaching: BEYOND TECHNIQUE!

Did you know that a university audition often includes improvisation and choreography?  Do you know how scholarship candidates are selected?  Private consultations with Natalie Marrone help young dancers:

  • Choose the right college dance program

  • Choreograph an audition solo with guidance from a recognized professional

  • Train for improvisation portions of the audition

  • Identify personal goals and values regarding dance study

  • Target the dance jobs you want

  • Audition and interview with confidence
     

Contact Natalie Marone for more information today!