DANC - Dance

DANC 100 Introduction to 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.

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DANC 101 Theatre and Dance Productions

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.

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DANC 102 Theatre and Dance Productions

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.

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DANC 105 Folk Dance

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

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DANC 106 Square Dance

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

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DANC 110 Dance Productions

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.

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DANC 111 Modern Technique I

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

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DANC 112 Ballet I

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.

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DANC 113 Jazz Dance I

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.

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DANC 114 Tap Dance I

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.

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DANC 211 Modern Technique II

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.

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Prerequisites

DANC 111

DANC 212 Ballet II

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.

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Prerequisites

DANC 112

DANC 213 Jazz Dance II

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.

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Prerequisites

DANC 113 or DANC 131

DANC 214 Tap Dance II

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.

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Prerequisites

DANC 114 or DANC 121

DANC 231 African-Caribbean Dance

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.

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DANC 241 Dance Improvisation

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.

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Prerequisites

DANC 111

DANC 250 Dance Ensemble

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).

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DANC 251 Dance Repertory

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.

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DANC 260 Dance Kinesiology

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.

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Prerequisites

DANC 111 or DANC 112 or DANC 113 or DANC 114

DANC 264 Choreography I

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.

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Prerequisites

DANC 211 or DANC 241

DANC 311 Modern Technique III

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.

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Prerequisites

DANC 211

DANC 312 Ballet III

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.

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Prerequisites

DANC 212

DANC 313 Jazz Dance III

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.

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Prerequisites

DANC 213

DANC 321 Dance for the Musical Theatre

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.

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Prerequisites

(DANC 114 or DANC 121) and DANC 211

DANC 341 Selected Topics in Dance

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

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DANC 353 Western Dance History

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.

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Prerequisites

DANC 100 or DANC 111 or DANC 112 or DANC 113 or DANC 114

DANC 364 Choreography II

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.

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Prerequisites

DANC 363 or DANC 264

DANC 370 Dance Studio Management

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.

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Prerequisites

POLI 277 and COMM 116 and CSIT 104 or CSIT 151

DANC 460 Senior Project

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.

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DANC 461 Practicum in Dance

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

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DANC 462 Practicum in Dance

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

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DANC 461-462 Practicum in Dance

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

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DANC 561 Practicum in Dance

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

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DANC 562 Practicum in Dance II

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

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