DANC - Dance

Will provide the student with a basic knowledge in various aspects of dance as a performing art. The practical part of the course will focus on body alignment, dance technique, flexibility, execution, and recollection of short dance combinations. The scholarly part of the course will cover dance history, critiques on dance performances and will explore many dance related topics from the perspective of a dancer as well as an audience.

Designed to give practical experience in all aspects of dance and theatre productions including rehearsals, lighting and costume design, crew work, and stage management. Offered in coordination with THEA 101 and 102.

Designed to give practical experience in all aspects of dance and theatre productions including rehearsals, lighting and costume design, crew work, and stage management. Offered in coordination with THEA 101 and 102.

Designed to cover the basics of folk dancing in many countries of the world.

An introductory course for the beginning square dancer. Emphasis is on modern square dancing, although other forms are covered.

Designed to give practical experience in all aspects of dance and theatre productions including rehearsals, lighting and costume designs, crew work, and stage managing. Offered in coordination with Theatre Practice. May be repeated for credit.

Introductory course in modern dance for the novice, covering various techniques. Attendance at all dance concerts on campus required.

An introduction to classical ballet technique. The course covers the basics of barre and center floor work, as well as terminology and history. Emphasis is on correct alignment, coordination, and the quality of movement. May be repeated once for credit.

The course covers the basic principles, technique, and history of jazz dance including traditional techniques, Fosse style, and a focus on jazz dance for Musical Theatre. May be repeated once for credit.

An introductory course in tap dance. Emphasis on correct execution of single movements and combinations of steps, with proper timing and terminology. May be repeated once for credit.

The course explores styles in modern dance technique at the intermediate level. It covers technique, vocabulary, and history, through participation and academic study. May be repeated twice for credit.

Continuation of the classical ballet technique at the intermediate level, with attention to the execution and mastery of the classical movement repertoire. The course focuses on adagio, allegro, and center floor work, as well as on the performance aspect of this discipline. May be repeated twice for credit.

The course explores styles in jazz technique (e.g., Luigi, Giordana, Fosse) at the intermediate level. Emphasis will be on proper technique and performance, as well as vocabulary, and history. May be repeated twice for credit.

The course explores styles of tap dance technique at the intermediate level. Emphasis will be on proper technique and performance, as well as vocabulary, and history. May be repeated twice for credit.

An introductory course in the structure and design of African and Caribbean dance techniques. This course will illustrate the linkage between African and Afro-American dance, music, and rhythmic styles. May be repeated twice for credit.

The course involves creative movement problem-solving through the study of basic elements in dance and choreography. Attendance at some campus productions is required. May be repeated twice for credit.

Designed to develop proficiency in dance performance through the rehearsal and presentation of various dance forms. At least one departmental concert is presented annually. Admission is by permission of instructor following audition. May be repeated for credit for a maximum of 8 semester hours. Student must also be registered in a Dance Technique class (Ballet, Modern Jazz, or Tap).

Designed to develop proficiency in dance performance through the presentation of various dance forms choreographed by invited guest artists. (At least one departmental concert is presented annually.) Admission is by permission of instructor following audition. May be repeated for a maximum of eight credit hours.

A study of the sensory, skeletal, and muscular structures of the dancer's body, and their use in the development of dance technique. Particular attention is given to the student's understanding of their own structural attributes, and prevention of injury. Alternative training methods will also be explored.

An introduction to the content and structure of solo dance composition as an art form. Improvisation and compositional devices including rhythm, dynamics, space, design, phrasing, and production are covered.

The course explores styles in modern dance technique at an intermediate/advanced level. It is a continuation of DANC 211 with an emphasis on the mastery of execution, and artistic expression of intermediate/advanced modern dance combinations. May be repeated twice for credit.

Continuation of classical ballet technique at the intermediate/advanced level, with attention to the execution and mastery of the classical movement repertoire. The course intensifies the work covered in DANC 212 with the addition of variations and beginning pointe shoe work. May be repeated twice for credit.

Thes course explores styles in jazz technique at an intermediate/advanced level. It is a continuation of DANC 213 and covers technique, vocabulary, and history, with emphasis on mastery of execution and artistic expression. May be repeated twice for credit.

Designed to familiarize the intermediate dancer with the techniques of musical theatre dance for the stage. Jazz, ballroom, and tap techniques are also covered. Classic musical theatre choreography is explored.

Directed or Independent Study in dance-related topics. By advisement only. May be repeated for credit.

A survey of the chronological development of social dance, ballet, and modern dance from pre-history to the present time, focusing on the history of dance as an art form in the greater context of the social, political, and economic climates of each era. Particular attention will be paid to the development of students' critical thinking, writing and research skills, and attendance at all dance concerts on campus is required.

An introduction to the content and structure of group dance composition as an art form. Improvisation and compositional devices including rhythm, dynamics, space, design, phrasing, and production elements are covered.

The course provides students with a road map for the annual cycle of a dance studio and other various aspects of this community-oriented enterprise. The focus will be on the administrative portion of the operation as opposed to the artistic side. Etiquette, communication skills, procedures, and financial aspects of the dance studio business will be discussed in detail. In addition, other useful applications such as drafting a business plan, developing policies, completing tax forms and other hands-on exercises will be put into practice. At the end of the course the student will have a clear understanding of the timeline and the dynamics of a dance studio business.

A capstone course for graduating dance majors. Students will propose to the faculty a senior project that will take place over a two-semester time period. Possible senior projects include performance or choreographic projects, research projects, dance videography projects, or other topics upon advisement. Students will take this course twice in subsequent semesters.

Teaching of a beginning technique class for returning professionals or graduate students. By audition only.

Teaching of a beginning technique class for returning professionals or graduate students. By audition only.

Internship in dance teaching for graduate dance students. By audition only. May be repeated.

Internship in dance teaching for graduate dance students. By audition only. May be repeated.