[Core] [54% incumbents] Harmonize body movements to rhythm of musical accompaniment.
  DWAs: Perform dances.

[Core] [54% incumbents] Train, exercise, and attend dance classes to maintain high levels of technical proficiency, physical ability, and physical fitness.
  DWAs: Practice athletic or artistic skills.

[Core] [54% incumbents] Coordinate dancing with that of partners or dance ensembles.
  DWAs: Perform dances.

[Core] [54% incumbents] Develop self-understanding of physical capabilities and limitations, and choose dance styles accordingly.
  DWAs: Practice athletic or artistic skills.

[Core] [54% incumbents] Perform classical, modern, or acrobatic dances in productions, expressing stories, rhythm, and sound with their bodies.
  DWAs: Perform dances.

[Core] [54% incumbents] Collaborate with choreographers to refine or modify dance steps.
  DWAs: Perform dances.

[Core] [54% incumbents] Audition for dance roles or for membership in dance companies.
  DWAs: Audition for roles.

[Core] [54% incumbents] Attend costume fittings, photography sessions, and makeup calls associated with dance performances.
  DWAs: Review production information to determine costume or makeup requirements. | Stay informed about current developments in field of specialization.

[Supplemental] [54% incumbents] Prepare pointe shoes, by sewing or other means, for use in rehearsals and performance.
  DWAs: Sew clothing or other articles. | Repair textiles or apparel.

[Supplemental] [54% incumbents] Perform in productions, singing or acting in addition to dancing, if required.
  DWAs: Entertain public with comedic or dramatic performances.

[Supplemental] [54% incumbents] Teach dance students.
  DWAs: Train others on performance techniques.

[Core] [53% incumbents] Study and practice dance moves required in roles.
  DWAs: Practice athletic or artistic skills.

[Core] [53% incumbents] Monitor the field of dance to remain aware of current trends and innovations.
  DWAs: Monitor current trends.

[Supplemental] [53% incumbents] Devise and choreograph dance for self or others.
  DWAs: Choreograph dances.

--- SKILLS ---
  Active Listening (imp:3.25 lvl:3.00) — Giving full attention to what other people are saying, taking time to understand
  Critical Thinking (imp:3.00 lvl:2.62) — Using logic and reasoning to identify the strengths and weaknesses of alternativ
  Speaking (imp:2.88 lvl:3.00) — Talking to others to convey information effectively.
  Monitoring (imp:2.88 lvl:3.00) — Monitoring/Assessing performance of yourself, other individuals, or organization
  Reading Comprehension (imp:2.75 lvl:2.88) — Understanding written sentences and paragraphs in work-related documents.
  Active Learning (imp:2.75 lvl:2.88) — Understanding the implications of new information for both current and future pr
  Writing (imp:2.50 lvl:2.50) — Communicating effectively in writing as appropriate for the needs of the audienc
  Learning Strategies (imp:2.50 lvl:2.75) — Selecting and using training/instructional methods and procedures appropriate fo
  Mathematics (imp:1.38 lvl:0.38) — Using mathematics to solve problems.
  Science (imp:1.00) — Using scientific rules and methods to solve problems.

--- KNOWLEDGE ---
  Fine Arts (imp:4.49 lvl:5.80) — Knowledge of the theory and techniques required to compose, produce, and perform
  English Language (imp:3.51 lvl:3.02) — Knowledge of the structure and content of the English language including the mea
  Customer and Personal Service (imp:2.92 lvl:2.97) — Knowledge of principles and processes for providing customer and personal servic
  Mathematics (imp:2.59 lvl:1.67) — Knowledge of arithmetic, algebra, geometry, calculus, statistics, and their appl
  Transportation (imp:2.51 lvl:2.26) — Knowledge of principles and methods for moving people or goods by air, rail, sea
  Sales and Marketing (imp:2.49 lvl:1.96) — Knowledge of principles and methods for showing, promoting, and selling products
  Psychology (imp:2.49 lvl:2.22) — Knowledge of human behavior and performance; individual differences in ability, 
  Therapy and Counseling (imp:2.45 lvl:2.23) — Knowledge of principles, methods, and procedures for diagnosis, treatment, and r
  Education and Training (imp:2.40 lvl:2.43) — Knowledge of principles and methods for curriculum and training design, teaching
  Sociology and Anthropology (imp:2.32 lvl:1.94) — Knowledge of group behavior and dynamics, societal trends and influences, human 
  Administration and Management (imp:2.24 lvl:1.64) — Knowledge of business and management principles involved in strategic planning, 
  Communications and Media (imp:2.13 lvl:2.08) — Knowledge of media production, communication, and dissemination techniques and m
  Economics and Accounting (imp:2.11 lvl:1.25) — Knowledge of economic and accounting principles and practices, the financial mar
  Law and Government (imp:1.99 lvl:1.26) — Knowledge of laws, legal codes, court procedures, precedents, government regulat
  Public Safety and Security (imp:1.93) — Knowledge of relevant equipment, policies, procedures, and strategies to promote
  Foreign Language (imp:1.92 lvl:1.06) — Knowledge of the structure and content of a foreign (non-English) language inclu
  Personnel and Human Resources (imp:1.88) — Knowledge of principles and procedures for personnel recruitment, selection, tra
  Administrative (imp:1.83 lvl:1.20) — Knowledge of administrative and office procedures and systems such as word proce
  Design (imp:1.72) — Knowledge of design techniques, tools, and principles involved in production of 
  Computers and Electronics (imp:1.70) — Knowledge of circuit boards, processors, chips, electronic equipment, and comput
  Production and Processing (imp:1.68 lvl:1.04) — Knowledge of raw materials, production processes, quality control, costs, and ot
  Engineering and Technology (imp:1.64) — Knowledge of the practical application of engineering science and technology. Th
  Physics (imp:1.53) — Knowledge and prediction of physical principles, laws, their interrelationships,
  Chemistry (imp:1.53) — Knowledge of the chemical composition, structure, and properties of substances a
  History and Archeology (imp:1.49 lvl:0.83) — Knowledge of historical events and their causes, indicators, and effects on civi
  Food Production (imp:1.45) — Knowledge of techniques and equipment for planting, growing, and harvesting food
  Medicine and Dentistry (imp:1.44 lvl:0.64) — Knowledge of the information and techniques needed to diagnose and treat human i
  Geography (imp:1.43 lvl:0.95) — Knowledge of principles and methods for describing the features of land, sea, an
  Philosophy and Theology (imp:1.41) — Knowledge of different philosophical systems and religions. This includes their 
  Mechanical (imp:1.36) — Knowledge of machines and tools, including their designs, uses, repair, and main
  Biology (imp:1.30) — Knowledge of plant and animal organisms, their tissues, cells, functions, interd
  Telecommunications (imp:1.29) — Knowledge of transmission, broadcasting, switching, control, and operation of te
  Building and Construction (imp:1.23) — Knowledge of materials, methods, and the tools involved in the construction or r

--- ABILITIES ---
  Gross Body Coordination (imp:4.75 lvl:5.50) — The ability to coordinate the movement of your arms, legs, and torso together wh
  Extent Flexibility (imp:4.50 lvl:4.88) — The ability to bend, stretch, twist, or reach with your body, arms, and/or legs.
  Dynamic Strength (imp:4.25 lvl:4.62) — The ability to exert muscle force repeatedly or continuously over time. This inv
  Stamina (imp:4.25 lvl:4.62) — The ability to exert yourself physically over long periods of time without getti
  Trunk Strength (imp:4.12 lvl:4.75) — The ability to use your abdominal and lower back muscles to support part of the 
  Gross Body Equilibrium (imp:4.00 lvl:4.88) — The ability to keep or regain your body balance or stay upright when in an unsta
  Multilimb Coordination (imp:3.62) — The ability to coordinate two or more limbs (for example, two arms, two legs, or
  Static Strength (imp:3.62 lvl:3.12) — The ability to exert maximum muscle force to lift, push, pull, or carry objects.
  Dynamic Flexibility (imp:3.62) — The ability to quickly and repeatedly bend, stretch, twist, or reach out with yo
  Oral Comprehension (imp:3.50 lvl:3.88) — The ability to listen to and understand information and ideas presented through 
  Speed of Limb Movement (imp:3.25 lvl:3.38) — The ability to quickly move the arms and legs.
  Near Vision (imp:3.12 lvl:3.12) — The ability to see details at close range (within a few feet of the observer).
  Oral Expression (imp:3.00 lvl:3.38) — The ability to communicate information and ideas in speaking so others will unde
  Problem Sensitivity (imp:3.00 lvl:2.75) — The ability to tell when something is wrong or is likely to go wrong. It does no
  Selective Attention (imp:3.00 lvl:2.88) — The ability to concentrate on a task over a period of time without being distrac
  Speech Recognition (imp:3.00 lvl:3.00) — The ability to identify and understand the speech of another person.
  Fluency of Ideas (imp:2.88 lvl:2.75) — The ability to come up with a number of ideas about a topic (the number of ideas
  Originality (imp:2.88 lvl:3.38) — The ability to come up with unusual or clever ideas about a given topic or situa
  Information Ordering (imp:2.88 lvl:3.12) — The ability to arrange things or actions in a certain order or pattern according
  Memorization (imp:2.88 lvl:3.12) — The ability to remember information such as words, numbers, pictures, and proced
  Arm-Hand Steadiness (imp:2.88 lvl:2.38) — The ability to keep your hand and arm steady while moving your arm or while hold
  Far Vision (imp:2.88 lvl:2.75) — The ability to see details at a distance.
  Speech Clarity (imp:2.88 lvl:3.00) — The ability to speak clearly so others can understand you.
  Written Comprehension (imp:2.75 lvl:2.75) — The ability to read and understand information and ideas presented in writing.
  Category Flexibility (imp:2.75 lvl:2.75) — The ability to generate or use different sets of rules for combining or grouping
  Visualization (imp:2.75 lvl:2.75) — The ability to imagine how something will look after it is moved around or when 
  Written Expression (imp:2.62 lvl:2.50) — The ability to communicate information and ideas in writing so others will under
  Deductive Reasoning (imp:2.62 lvl:2.75) — The ability to apply general rules to specific problems to produce answers that 
  Flexibility of Closure (imp:2.62 lvl:2.62) — The ability to identify or detect a known pattern (a figure, object, word, or so
  Explosive Strength (imp:2.62 lvl:2.38) — The ability to use short bursts of muscle force to propel oneself (as in jumping
  Inductive Reasoning (imp:2.50 lvl:2.62) — The ability to combine pieces of information to form general rules or conclusion
  Perceptual Speed (imp:2.50 lvl:2.50) — The ability to quickly and accurately compare similarities and differences among
  Time Sharing (imp:2.50 lvl:2.00) — The ability to shift back and forth between two or more activities or sources of
  Speed of Closure (imp:2.25 lvl:2.62) — The ability to quickly make sense of, combine, and organize information into mea
  Manual Dexterity (imp:2.12 lvl:2.12) — The ability to quickly move your hand, your hand together with your arm, or your
  Rate Control (imp:2.12 lvl:1.62) — The ability to time your movements or the movement of a piece of equipment in an
  Visual Color Discrimination (imp:2.12 lvl:1.88) — The ability to match or detect differences between colors, including shades of c
  Hearing Sensitivity (imp:2.12 lvl:2.12) — The ability to detect or tell the differences between sounds that vary in pitch 
  Finger Dexterity (imp:2.00 lvl:2.00) — The ability to make precisely coordinated movements of the fingers of one or bot
  Auditory Attention (imp:2.00 lvl:1.62) — The ability to focus on a single source of sound in the presence of other distra
  Spatial Orientation (imp:1.88 lvl:1.50) — The ability to know your location in relation to the environment or to know wher
  Response Orientation (imp:1.88 lvl:0.88) — The ability to choose quickly between two or more movements in response to two o
  Depth Perception (imp:1.88 lvl:1.38) — The ability to judge which of several objects is closer or farther away from you
  Glare Sensitivity (imp:1.88 lvl:1.50) — The ability to see objects in the presence of a glare or bright lighting.
  Peripheral Vision (imp:1.75 lvl:1.25) — The ability to see objects or movement of objects to one's side when the eyes ar
  Mathematical Reasoning (imp:1.50 lvl:0.50) — The ability to choose the right mathematical methods or formulas to solve a prob
  Number Facility (imp:1.50 lvl:0.50) — The ability to add, subtract, multiply, or divide quickly and correctly.
  Reaction Time (imp:1.50 lvl:0.62) — The ability to quickly respond (with the hand, finger, or foot) to a signal (sou
  Control Precision (imp:1.38 lvl:0.75) — The ability to quickly and repeatedly adjust the controls of a machine or a vehi
  Night Vision (imp:1.12 lvl:0.12) — The ability to see under low-light conditions.
  Wrist-Finger Speed (imp:1.00) — The ability to make fast, simple, repeated movements of the fingers, hands, and 
  Sound Localization (imp:1.00) — The ability to tell the direction from which a sound originated.

--- WORK ACTIVITIES ---
  Performing General Physical Activities (imp:4.51 lvl:5.36) — Performing general physical activities includes doing activities that require co
  Getting Information (imp:4.10 lvl:2.92) — Observing, receiving, and otherwise obtaining information from all relevant sour
  Performing for or Working Directly with the Public (imp:3.95 lvl:4.91) — Performing for people or dealing directly with the public. This includes serving
  Establishing and Maintaining Interpersonal Relationships (imp:3.58 lvl:4.72) — Developing constructive and cooperative working relationships with others, and m
  Thinking Creatively (imp:3.35 lvl:3.89) — Developing, designing, or creating new applications, ideas, relationships, syste
  Communicating with Supervisors, Peers, or Subordinates (imp:3.23 lvl:3.05) — Providing information to supervisors, co-workers, and subordinates by telephone,
  Identifying Objects, Actions, and Events (imp:3.08 lvl:2.15) — Identifying information by categorizing, estimating, recognizing differences or 
  Organizing, Planning, and Prioritizing Work (imp:3.02 lvl:3.64) — Developing specific goals and plans to prioritize, organize, and accomplish your
  Developing and Building Teams (imp:2.78 lvl:2.87) — Encouraging and building mutual trust, respect, and cooperation among team membe
  Handling and Moving Objects (imp:2.60 lvl:2.58) — Using hands and arms in handling, installing, positioning, and moving materials,
  Training and Teaching Others (imp:2.59 lvl:1.98) — Identifying the educational needs of others, developing formal educational or tr
  Monitoring Processes, Materials, or Surroundings (imp:2.52 lvl:1.75) — Monitoring and reviewing information from materials, events, or the environment,
  Updating and Using Relevant Knowledge (imp:2.47 lvl:2.50) — Keeping up-to-date technically and applying new knowledge to your job.
  Communicating with People Outside the Organization (imp:2.45 lvl:1.92) — Communicating with people outside the organization, representing the organizatio
  Judging the Qualities of Objects, Services, or People (imp:2.42 lvl:1.87) — Assessing the value, importance, or quality of things or people.
  Assisting and Caring for Others (imp:2.42 lvl:2.02) — Providing personal assistance, medical attention, emotional support, or other pe
  Making Decisions and Solving Problems (imp:2.38 lvl:1.91) — Analyzing information and evaluating results to choose the best solution and sol
  Developing Objectives and Strategies (imp:2.38 lvl:1.79) — Establishing long-range objectives and specifying the strategies and actions to 
  Selling or Influencing Others (imp:2.34 lvl:2.16) — Convincing others to buy merchandise/goods or to otherwise change their minds or
  Interpreting the Meaning of Information for Others (imp:2.29 lvl:1.36) — Translating or explaining what information means and how it can be used.
  Guiding, Directing, and Motivating Subordinates (imp:2.21 lvl:1.64) — Providing guidance and direction to subordinates, including setting performance 
  Coordinating the Work and Activities of Others (imp:2.19 lvl:1.72) — Getting members of a group to work together to accomplish tasks.
  Evaluating Information to Determine Compliance with Standards (imp:2.16 lvl:1.25) — Using relevant information and individual judgment to determine whether events o
  Coaching and Developing Others (imp:2.12 lvl:1.57) — Identifying the developmental needs of others and coaching, mentoring, or otherw
  Scheduling Work and Activities (imp:2.11 lvl:1.39) — Scheduling events, programs, and activities, as well as the work of others.
  Resolving Conflicts and Negotiating with Others (imp:2.04 lvl:1.86) — Handling complaints, settling disputes, and resolving grievances and conflicts, 
  Inspecting Equipment, Structures, or Materials (imp:2.02 lvl:1.00) — Inspecting equipment, structures, or materials to identify the cause of errors o
  Processing Information (imp:1.82 lvl:1.07) — Compiling, coding, categorizing, calculating, tabulating, auditing, or verifying
  Providing Consultation and Advice to Others (imp:1.80 lvl:1.67) — Providing guidance and expert advice to management or other groups on technical,
  Analyzing Data or Information (imp:1.77 lvl:0.82) — Identifying the underlying principles, reasons, or facts of information by break
  Documenting/Recording Information (imp:1.74 lvl:1.10) — Entering, transcribing, recording, storing, or maintaining information in writte
  Estimating the Quantifiable Characteristics of Products, Events, or Information (imp:1.53 lvl:0.87) — Estimating sizes, distances, and quantities; or determining time, costs, resourc
  Controlling Machines and Processes (imp:1.37) — Using either control mechanisms or direct physical activity to operate machines 
  Operating Vehicles, Mechanized Devices, or Equipment (imp:1.37 lvl:0.37) — Running, maneuvering, navigating, or driving vehicles or mechanized equipment, s
  Monitoring and Controlling Resources (imp:1.33) — Monitoring and controlling resources and overseeing the spending of money.
  Repairing and Maintaining Mechanical Equipment (imp:1.28) — Servicing, repairing, adjusting, and testing machines, devices, moving parts, an
  Performing Administrative Activities (imp:1.28) — Performing day-to-day administrative tasks such as maintaining information files
  Staffing Organizational Units (imp:1.28) — Recruiting, interviewing, selecting, hiring, and promoting employees in an organ
  Drafting, Laying Out, and Specifying Technical Devices, Parts, and Equipment (imp:1.24) — Providing documentation, detailed instructions, drawings, or specifications to t
  Repairing and Maintaining Electronic Equipment (imp:1.21) — Servicing, repairing, calibrating, regulating, fine-tuning, or testing machines,
  Working with Computers (imp:1.19) — Using computers and computer systems (including hardware and software) to progra

--- WORK STYLES ---
  Achievement Orientation (imp:3.00) — A tendency to establish and maintain personally challenging work-related goals, 
  Perseverance (imp:2.26) — A tendency to exhibit determination and resolve to perform or complete tasks in 
  Achievement Orientation (imp:2.14) — A tendency to establish and maintain personally challenging work-related goals, 
  Adaptability (imp:2.02) — A tendency to be open to and comfortable with change, new experiences, or ideas 
  Adaptability (imp:2.00) — A tendency to be open to and comfortable with change, new experiences, or ideas 
  Self-Confidence (imp:1.94) — A tendency to believe in one's work-related capabilities and ability to control 
  Optimism (imp:1.94) — A tendency to exhibit a positive attitude and positive emotions at work, even un
  Social Orientation (imp:1.90) — A tendency to seek out, enjoy, and be energized by social interaction at work.
  Stress Tolerance (imp:1.86) — A tendency to cope and function effectively in stressful situations at work.
  Dependability (imp:1.85) — A tendency to be reliable, responsible, and consistent in meeting work-related o
  Cooperation (imp:1.63) — A tendency to be pleasant, helpful, and willing to assist others at work.
  Innovation (imp:1.36) — A tendency to be inventive, to be imaginative, and to adopt new perspectives on 
  Self-Control (imp:1.31) — A tendency to remain calm and composed and to manage emotions effectively in res
  Attention to Detail (imp:1.14) — A tendency to be detail-oriented, organized, and thorough in completing work.
  Initiative (imp:1.13) — A tendency to be proactive and take on extra responsibilities and tasks that may
  Tolerance for Ambiguity (imp:1.10) — A tendency to be comfortable with ambiguity and uncertainty at work.
  Perseverance (imp:1.00) — A tendency to exhibit determination and resolve to perform or complete tasks in 
  Intellectual Curiosity (imp:0.89) — A tendency to seek out and acquire new work-related knowledge and obtain a deep 
  Empathy (imp:0.58) — A tendency to show concern for others and be sensitive to others' needs and feel
  Sincerity (imp:0.46) — A tendency to be genuine and sincere in interactions with others at work, withou
  Integrity (imp:0.41) — A tendency to be honest and ethical at work.
  Innovation () — A tendency to be inventive, to be imaginative, and to adopt new perspectives on 
  Intellectual Curiosity () — A tendency to seek out and acquire new work-related knowledge and obtain a deep 
  Tolerance for Ambiguity () — A tendency to be comfortable with ambiguity and uncertainty at work.
  Initiative () — A tendency to be proactive and take on extra responsibilities and tasks that may
  Self-Confidence () — A tendency to believe in one's work-related capabilities and ability to control 
  Leadership Orientation () — A tendency to lead, take charge, offer opinions, and provide direction at work.
  Humility () — A tendency to be modest and humble when interacting with others at work.
  Sincerity () — A tendency to be genuine and sincere in interactions with others at work, withou
  Empathy () — A tendency to show concern for others and be sensitive to others' needs and feel
  Cooperation () — A tendency to be pleasant, helpful, and willing to assist others at work.
  Optimism () — A tendency to exhibit a positive attitude and positive emotions at work, even un
  Social Orientation () — A tendency to seek out, enjoy, and be energized by social interaction at work.
  Cautiousness () — A tendency to be careful, deliberate, and risk-avoidant when making work-related
  Attention to Detail () — A tendency to be detail-oriented, organized, and thorough in completing work.
  Dependability () — A tendency to be reliable, responsible, and consistent in meeting work-related o
  Integrity () — A tendency to be honest and ethical at work.
  Stress Tolerance () — A tendency to cope and function effectively in stressful situations at work.
  Self-Control () — A tendency to remain calm and composed and to manage emotions effectively in res
  Leadership Orientation (imp:-0.05) — A tendency to lead, take charge, offer opinions, and provide direction at work.
  Cautiousness (imp:-0.58) — A tendency to be careful, deliberate, and risk-avoidant when making work-related
  Humility (imp:-0.73) — A tendency to be modest and humble when interacting with others at work.

--- TRANSFERABLE SKILLS ---
  Coordination (imp:3.00 lvl:3.75) — Adjusting actions in relation to others' actions.
  Social Perceptiveness (imp:2.88 lvl:3.00) — Being aware of others' reactions and understanding why they react as they do.
  Time Management (imp:2.88 lvl:2.50) — Managing one's own time and the time of others.
  Service Orientation (imp:2.75 lvl:2.62) — Actively looking for ways to help people.
  Judgment and Decision Making (imp:2.62 lvl:2.25) — Considering the relative costs and benefits of potential actions to choose the m
  Persuasion (imp:2.50 lvl:2.62) — Persuading others to change their minds or behavior.
  Instructing (imp:2.50 lvl:2.75) — Teaching others how to do something.
  Complex Problem Solving (imp:2.50 lvl:2.12) — Identifying complex problems and reviewing related information to develop and ev
  Management of Personnel Resources (imp:2.38 lvl:2.00) — Motivating, developing, and directing people as they work, identifying the best 
  Negotiation (imp:2.00 lvl:2.12) — Bringing others together and trying to reconcile differences.
  Systems Analysis (imp:2.00 lvl:1.75) — Determining how a system should work and how changes in conditions, operations, 
  Systems Evaluation (imp:1.75 lvl:1.38) — Identifying measures or indicators of system performance and the actions needed 
  Operations Analysis (imp:1.50 lvl:0.62) — Analyzing needs and product requirements to create a design.
  Operations Monitoring (imp:1.38 lvl:0.38) — Watching gauges, dials, or other indicators to make sure a machine is working pr
  Technology Design (imp:1.12 lvl:0.12) — Generating or adapting equipment and technology to serve user needs.
  Equipment Selection (imp:1.00) — Determining the kind of tools and equipment needed to do a job.
  Installation (imp:1.00) — Installing equipment, machines, wiring, or programs to meet specifications.
  Programming (imp:1.00) — Writing computer programs for various purposes.
  Operation and Control (imp:1.00) — Controlling operations of equipment or systems.
  Equipment Maintenance (imp:1.00) — Performing routine maintenance on equipment and determining when and what kind o
  Troubleshooting (imp:1.00) — Determining causes of operating errors and deciding what to do about it.
  Repairing (imp:1.00) — Repairing machines or systems using the needed tools.
  Quality Control Analysis (imp:1.00) — Conducting tests and inspections of products, services, or processes to evaluate
  Management of Financial Resources (imp:1.00) — Determining how money will be spent to get the work done, and accounting for the
  Management of Material Resources (imp:1.00) — Obtaining and seeing to the appropriate use of equipment, facilities, and materi

--- NATIONAL WAGES ---
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--- GEOGRAPHIC DISPERSION ---
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--- TOP INDUSTRIES BY EMPLOYMENT (5 total) ---
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--- WIKIPEDIA FULL TEXT ---
Dance is an art form, consisting of sequences of body movements with aesthetic and often symbolic value, either improvised or purposefully selected. Dance can be categorized and described by its choreography, by its repertoire of movements or by its historical period or place of origin. Dance is typically performed with musical accompaniment, and sometimes with the dancer simultaneously using a musical instrument themselves.
Two common types of group dance are theatrical and participatory dance. Both types of dance may have special functions, whether social, ceremonial, competitive, erotic, martial, sacred or liturgical. Dance is not solely restricted to performance, as dance is used as a form of exercise and occasionally training for other sports and activities. Dance performances and dancing competitions are found across the world exhibiting various different styles and standards.
Dance may also be participated in alone as a form of exercise or self expression. Dancing is common human behaviour, and does not necessarily require specific choreography.


== Theatrical and participatory dance ==

Theatrical dance, also called performance or concert dance, is intended primarily as a spectacle, usually a performance upon a stage by virtuoso dancers. It often tells a story, potentially using mime, costume and scenery, or it may interpret the musical accompaniment, which is often specially composed and performed in a theatre setting but it is not a requirement. Examples are Western ballet and modern dance, Classical Indian dance such as Bharatanatyam, and Chinese and Japanese song and dance dramas, such as the dragon dance. Most classical forms are centred upon dance alone, but performance dance may also appear in opera and other forms of musical theatre.
Participatory dance, whether it be a folk dance, a social dance, a group dance such as a line, circle, chain or square dance, or a partner dance, such as in Western ballroom dancing, is undertaken primarily for a common purpose, such as social interaction or exercise, or building flexibility of participants rather than to serve any benefit to onlookers. Such dance seldom has any narrative. A group dance and a corps de ballet, a social partner dance and a pas de deux, differ profoundly. Even a solo dance or interpretive dance may be undertaken solely for the satisfaction of the dancer. Participatory dancers often all employ the same movements and steps but, for example, in the rave culture of electronic dance music, vast crowds may engage in free dance, uncoordinated with those around them. On the other hand, some cultures lay down strict rules as to the particular dances people may or must participate.


== History ==

Archaeological evidence for early dance includes 10,000-years-old paintings in Madhya Pradesh, India at the Rock Shelters of Bhimbetka, and Egyptian tomb paintings depicting dancing figures, dated c. 3300 BC. It has been proposed that before the invention of written languages, dance was an important part of the oral and performance methods of passing stories down from one generation to the next. The use of dance in ecstatic trance states and healing rituals (as observed today in many contemporary indigenous cultures) is thought to have been another early factor in the social development of dance.

References to dance can be found in very early recorded history; Greek dance (choros) is referred to by Plato, Aristotle, Plutarch and Lucian. The Bible and Talmud refer to many events related to dance, and contain over 30 different dance terms. In Chinese pottery as early as the Neolithic period, groups of people are depicted dancing in a line holding hands, and the earliest Chinese word for "dance" is found written in the oracle bones. Dance is described in the Lüshi Chunqiu. Primitive dance in ancient China was associated with sorcery and shamanic rituals.

During the first millennium BCE in India, many texts were composed which attempted to codify aspects of daily life. Bharata Muni's Natya Shastra (literally "the text of dramaturgy") is one early text. It mainly deals with drama, in which dance plays an important part in Indian culture. A strong continuous tradition of dance has since continued in India, through to modern times, where it continues to play a role in culture, ritual, and the Bollywood entertainment industry. Many other contemporary dance forms can likewise be traced back to historical, traditional, ceremonial, and ethnic dance.


== Music ==

Dance is generally, but not exclusively, performed with the accompaniment of music and may or may not be performed in time to such music. Some dance (such as tap dance or gumboot dance) may provide its own audible accompaniment in place of (or in addition to) music. Many early forms of music and dance were created for each other and are frequently performed together. Notable examples of traditional dance-music couplings include the jig, waltz, tango, disco, and salsa. Some musical genres have a parallel dance form such as baroque music and baroque dance; other varieties of dance and music may share nomenclature but developed separately, such as classical music and classical ballet. The choreography and music are meant to complement each other, to express a story told by the choreographer and dancers.


== Rhythm ==
Rhythm and dance are deeply linked in history and practice. The American dancer Ted Shawn wrote; "The conception of rhythm which underlies all studies of the dance is something about which we could talk forever, and still not finish." A musical rhythm requires two main elements; a regularly-repeating pulse (also called the "beat" or "tactus") that establishes the tempo, and a pattern of accents and rests that establishes the character of the metre or basic rhythmic pattern. The basic pulse is roughly equal in duration to a simple step or gesture.

Dances generally have a characteristic tempo and rhythmic pattern. The tango, for example, is usually danced in 24 time at approximately 66 beats per minute. The basic slow step, called a "slow", lasts for one beat, so that a full "right–left" step is equal to one 24 measure. The basic forward and backward walk of the dance is so counted – "slow-slow" – while many additional figures are counted "slow – quick-quick".
Repetitive body movements often depend on alternating "strong" and "weak" muscular movements. Given this alternation of left-right, of forward-backward and rise-fall, along with the bilateral symmetry of the human body, many dances and much music are in duple and quadruple meter. Since some such movements require more time in one phase than the other – such as the longer time required to lift a hammer than to strike – some dance rhythms fall into triple metre. Occasionally, as in the folk dances of the Balkans, dance traditions depend heavily on more complex rhythms. Complex dances composed of a fixed sequence of steps require phrases and melodies of a certain fixed length to accompany that sequence.

Musical accompaniment arose in the earliest dance, so that ancient Egyptians attributed the origin of the dance to the divine Athotus, who was said to have observed that music accompanying religious rituals caused participants to move rhythmically and to have brought these movements into proportional measure. The idea that dance arises from musical rhythm, was found in renaissance Europe, in the works of the dancer Guglielmo Ebreo da Pesaro. Pesaro speaks of dance as a physical movement that arises from and expresses inward, spiritual motion agreeing with the "measures and perfect concords of harmony" that fall upon the human ear, while earlier, Mechthild of Magdeburg, seizing upon dance as a symbol of the holy life foreshadowed in Jesus' saying "I have piped and ye have not danced", writes;

I can not dance unless thou leadest. If thou wouldst have me spring aloft, sing thou and I will spring, into love and from love to knowledge and from knowledge to ecstasy above all hum

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ROLE SUMMARY:
Dancers are performing artists who use their bodies to interpret music and express artistic concepts through movement. They perform on stages, in television and film productions, or for live entertainment venues, often specializing in specific styles such as ballet, modern, jazz, or contemporary dance. Professional dancers combine physical excellence with artistic interpretation to create compelling performances for audiences.

DAY IN THE LIFE:
A dancer's day centers around harmonizing body movements to musical accompaniment while maintaining peak physical condition through training and exercise. They coordinate movements with dance partners or ensembles during rehearsals, collaborating with choreographers to refine dance steps and perfect performances. Time is spent developing self-understanding of physical capabilities and limitations to choose appropriate dance styles. Dancers attend costume fittings, photography sessions, and makeup calls associated with performances, and may prepare specialized equipment like pointe shoes through sewing or other modifications. Many also audition for roles in dance companies or productions, and some perform additional duties like singing or acting when required.

WHO THRIVES:
Individuals who excel as dancers possess exceptional gross body coordination (importance 4.8, level 5.5) and extent flexibility (importance 4.5, level 4.9), combined with high levels of dynamic strength and stamina. They demonstrate strong achievement orientation and perseverance, essential for maintaining the rigorous training schedules required for professional performance. Successful dancers have fine arts knowledge (importance 4.5, level 5.8) and can think creatively while working directly with the public. They adapt well to different performance contexts and maintain interpersonal relationships with choreographers, fellow dancers, and production teams. The RIASEC profile shows strong Artistic orientation (6.39) with supporting Realistic elements (4.83), indicating individuals who value creative expression through physical movement.

CAREER ENTRY:
Most dancers enter the field with a high school diploma (45.1%) or less (34.2%), though formal dance training typically begins in childhood or adolescence through private studios, community programs, or performing arts schools. Some pursue post-secondary certificates (13.5%) in dance or related performing arts disciplines. Entry requires demonstrating technical proficiency through auditions and maintaining continuous training to develop physical capabilities and artistic skills. Many begin with local dance companies, studios, or entertainment venues before advancing to larger productions.

CAREER TRAJECTORY:
Professional dancers may advance to principal roles in major dance companies, transition to choreography, or become dance instructors and coaches. Some expand into related performance fields like musical theater, film, or television, leveraging their coordination and performance skills. Others move into arts administration, talent direction, or establish their own dance studios and companies. The transferable skills in coordination, social perceptiveness, and time management support transitions to fitness instruction, entertainment production, or performing arts education roles.

MARKET INTELLIGENCE:
The dance industry employs approximately 8,130 professionals according to BLS OEWS May 2025 data, with highest concentrations in Arts, Entertainment, and Recreation (5,090 positions) and Accommodation and Food Services (2,190 positions). Employment is geographically concentrated in major metropolitan areas with active entertainment industries, particularly New York, Los Angeles, and Las Vegas. The field faces income volatility and limited full-time positions, with many dancers supplementing performance work with teaching or other employment. Growth depends on entertainment industry trends, tourism, and cultural funding, with increasing opportunities in commercial entertainment, cruise lines, and themed attractions.

AUTOMATION OUTLOOK:
Dance performance shows low automation risk due to the fundamental requirement for human physical expression, creativity, and audience connection. The core work activities of performing general physical activities (importance 4.5, level 5.4) and performing for or working directly with the public (importance 4.0, level 4.9) cannot be replicated by technology. While digital tools may enhance training, choreography development, and performance documentation, the artistic and physical nature of dance performance requires human creativity, emotion, and live presence that remains irreplaceable.

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