The course will foster appreciation for and deepen understanding of the varied styles, forms, and functions of dance. By looking at dance from multiple perspective - historical, cultural, political, social, aesthetic - the course demonstrates the range of roles that dance plays in how we look at ourselves, others, and our world. Course activities will include reading, video, discussion and lecture, and movement experiences.

This course is designed to provide a broad introduction to dance composition, based on the idea of introducing tools for the dancemaker's toolbox to help develop a personal choreographic voice and style. The philosophical approach will emphasize rediscovering a sense of play and freedom to experiment without internal judgements disrupting creative exploration. Students will learn to generate and manipulate movement through exercises and improvisation and will expand those skills into shaping dances. Areas to be explored include elements of movement, musical structures, narrative, partnering and site specific work among others. prereq: instructor consent

The primary focus will be Western Theatrical Dance traditions from the 18th century to the present, with supplemental attention paid to world dance forms as well as vernacular and social dance. The course will explore how the innovations of the 18th and 19th centuries laid the groundwork for the explosion of 20th century creativity leading to today's diverse dance landscape. Balancing between a broad survey and an in depth seminar the course will build a chronological framework for the evolution of dance but also delve more deeply into particular artists and works. Students will also develop an understanding of dance history as both a scholarly and creative discipline. prereq: 1001 or instructor consent

Modern Dance Technique I is designed to introduce Modern Dance as both a historical form and contemporary practice and intended to develop Modern Dance skills with emphasis on placement, coordination, balance, and musicality. Concurring with Liberal Education objectives, the course will provide opportunities for creative expression through active participation and presentation. In addition, students will develop an appreciation for the diverse cultural influences on and stylistic variety in Modern Dance as a performance dance form.

Jazz Dance Technique I is designed for students with some previous dance experience to develop primary jazz dance skills with emphasis on rhythm, musicality, flexibility, strength, placement, line and coordination. Concurring with Liberal Education objectives, the course will provide opportunities for creative expression through active participation and presentation. The course will also develop an appreciation for diverse cultural and historical influences on jazz dance as we experience it today.

Beginning Tap dance technique with emphasis on musicianship. The course will also introduce improvisational skills, and an appreciation for the history of Tap dance as an American vernacular dance form. prereq: 4 credits of 110, 1111 or 1131, instructor consent

This course will introduce fundamental barre and center exercises of a traditional ballet class. Emphasis will be placed on correct positions of the body, vocabulary, anatomy and musicality, Class work will be augmented by video analyses, performance observation, supplemental readings, lecture and discussion. Upon successful completion, students will have a solid foundation of ballet technique and an appreciation for the historical and performance aspects of the art form.

This course is designed to strengthen jazz dance skills initially developed in Jazz I and/or other technique courses. Underlying technical goals - increased flexibility, increased core strength and functionality, clear isolations and clear alignment will contribute to more secure movement execution which makes possible more dynamic and expressive dancing. The courses also further explores selected historical and theatrical styles. Students are expected to have the following: DN 1111 with grade of B or better and/or technical proficiency appropriate to the level. prereq: instructor consent repeatable: Allow up to 6 repetitions totalling up to 12 credits.

This course will provide students with the opportunity to build upon beginning level ballet skills within the context of a complete and traditional ballet class. Emphasis will be placed on solidifying current technique while improving the ability to quickly learn and retain combination. New skills such as epaulement and body facings will be introduced alongside continued study of ballet terminology, theory, and history. Students are expected to have the following: DN 1131 with a grade of B or better and/or technical proficiency appropriate to the level. prereq: instructor consent repeatable: Allow up to 6 repetitions totalling up to 12 credits.

The course is designed to further develop the student as a modern dancer, building on skills and experience gained in previous technique classes including Modern I. Incorporating elements of various aesthetics including Humphrey/Lion, Horton, release techniques and post-modernism, the class will continue to emphasize basic principles - flexibility, strength, placement and musicality - but with greater stress on phrase work and more complex movement. prereq: instructor consent

This course builds on the foundations developed in previous technique classes, including Jazz I and II with a focus on intermediate work in lyrical and percussive jazz dance styles. Students will also work on developing personal artistry through attention to dynamics and phrasing. Students are expected to have the following: DN 2111 with a grade of B or better and/or technical proficiency appropriate to the level. prereq: instructor consent repeatable: Allow up to 9 repetitions totalling up to 18 credits.

The course explores ballet technique in greater depth with regard to steps, discipline - specific vocabulary, history, and pedagogy. The traditional ballet class will move at an accelerated pace and will be augmented by video analyses, performance observations, and supplemental readings. The course will culminate in the study, analysis, and dancing of classical repertoire from the great ballets of the 19th and 20th centuries. Students are expected to have the following: DN 2131 with a grade of B or better and/or technical proficiency appropriate to the level. prereq: instructor consent repeatable: Allow up to 6 repetitions totalling up to 12 credits.

This course focuses on musicianship, including tonal variation and speed. The course will hone improvisational skills, analysis/synthesis skills, and deepen the appreciation for the history of tap dance as an American vernacular dance form. Students are expected to have the following: DN 1121 with a grade of B or better and/or technical proficiency appropriate to the level. prereq: instructor consent repeatable: Allow up to 4 repetitions totalling up to 8 credits.

An introduction to social dance forms commonly used in theatrical staging and musical theatre choreography. As a studio course, the majority of work will be learning dance vocabulary and partnering techniques for social dances. Information on the historical and cultural contexts of the dances will be covered through discussion, brief reading assignments, and viewing of performance examples. The course draws primarily from 19th and 20th century European and American dances, but will also include other cultures' influences. prereq: minimum 60 credits, BFA Theatre major, instructor consent

Special topics not included in the regular curriculum. repeatable: Allow up to 9 repetition(s) totalling up to 9.0 credit(s). (Allow multiple enrollments in a single term.)

This course is designed to challenge the intermediate/advanced dancer, building on skills and experience gained in previous technique classes in the Jazz sequence. Synthesizing essential principles - flexibility, strength, placement and musicality - the course incorporates elements of various styles within the jazz idiom, with greater stress on longer phrase work, complex movements and personal artistry. prereq: instructor consent; no grad credit

Students taking this course will expand their foundational knowledge of classical ballet technique both physically and intellectually. Technique class will progress at an accelerated rate and will be rigorous and disciplined. Students are expected to approach ballet class in a professional and goal oriented manner. Dancers will also have the opportunity to explore pointe work, character dance and partnering (pas de deux) techniques. Class work will be enhanced with performance and video analyses and will culminate in restagings of classical ballet repertoire with an emphasis on solo variations. prereq: 3231, instructor consent; no grad credit

The course will foster appreciation for and deepen understanding of the varied styles, forms, and functions of dance. By looking at dance from multiple perspective - historical, cultural, political, social, aesthetic - the course demonstrates the range of roles that dance plays in how we look at ourselves, others, and our world. Course activities will include reading, video, discussion and lecture, and movement experiences.

The primary focus will be Western Theatrical Dance traditions from the 18th century to the present, with supplemental attention paid to world dance forms as well as vernacular and social dance. The course will explore how the innovations of the 18th and 19th centuries laid the groundwork for the explosion of 20th century creativity leading to today's diverse dance landscape. Balancing between a broad survey and an in depth seminar the course will build a chronological framework for the evolution of dance but also delve more deeply into particular artists and works. Students will also develop an understanding of dance history as both a scholarly and creative discipline. prereq: 1001 or instructor consent

Special topics not included in the regular curriculum. repeatable: Allow up to 9 repetition(s) totalling up to 9.0 credit(s). (Allow multiple enrollments in a single term.)

Musical theatre genre focusing on integration of theatre, music, and dance. Major librettists, composers, directors, choreographers, and performers.

Beginning work in fundamental tap dance technique, designed for students with minimum or no previous dance experience and emphasizing tap dance as a social and performing art form.

Modern Dance Technique I is designed to introduce Modern Dance as both a historical form and contemporary practice and intended to develop Modern Dance skills with emphasis on placement, coordination, balance, and musicality. Concurring with Liberal Education objectives, the course will provide opportunities for creative expression through active participation and presentation. In addition, students will develop an appreciation for the diverse cultural influences on and stylistic variety in Modern Dance as a performance dance form.

Beginning work, designed for the student with very minimal or no previous dance experience. Emphasis on introducing basic movement concepts (i.e. placement, musicality) and jazz dance styles. Concurring with Liberal Education objectives, the course will provide opportunities for creative expression through active participation and presentation. The course will also develop an appreciation for diverse cultural and historical influences on jazz dance as we experience it today.

Jazz Dance Technique I is designed for students with some previous dance experience to develop primary jazz dance skills with emphasis on rhythm, musicality, flexibility, strength, placement, line and coordination. Concurring with Liberal Education objectives, the course will provide opportunities for creative expression through active participation and presentation. The course will also develop an appreciation for diverse cultural and historical influences on jazz dance as we experience it today.

Beginning Tap dance technique with emphasis on musicianship. The course will also introduce improvisational skills, and an appreciation for the history of Tap dance as an American vernacular dance form. prereq: 4 credits of 110, 1111 or 1131, instructor consent

This course will introduce fundamental barre and center exercises of a traditional ballet class. Emphasis will be placed on correct positions of the body, vocabulary, anatomy and musicality, Class work will be augmented by video analyses, performance observation, supplemental readings, lecture and discussion. Upon successful completion, students will have a solid foundation of ballet technique and an appreciation for the historical and performance aspects of the art form.

Introductory course in physical conditioning specifically aimed at cross training for dancers. Course will include basic anatomy, strengthening, stretching including static and dynamic, and addressing and eliminating muscular imbalances that inhibit proper technique. prereq: Completion of one 1xxx Dance course or instructor consent

This course is designed to strengthen jazz dance skills initially developed in Jazz I and/or other technique courses. Underlying technical goals - increased flexibility, increased core strength and functionality, clear isolations and clear alignment will contribute to more secure movement execution which makes possible more dynamic and expressive dancing. The courses also further explores selected historical and theatrical styles. Students are expected to have the following: DN 1111 with grade of B or better and/or technical proficiency appropriate to the level. prereq: instructor consent repeatable: Allow up to 6 repetitions totalling up to 12 credits.

This course will provide students with the opportunity to build upon beginning level ballet skills within the context of a complete and traditional ballet class. Emphasis will be placed on solidifying current technique while improving the ability to quickly learn and retain combination. New skills such as epaulement and body facings will be introduced alongside continued study of ballet terminology, theory, and history. Students are expected to have the following: DN 1131 with a grade of B or better and/or technical proficiency appropriate to the level. prereq: instructor consent repeatable: Allow up to 6 repetitions totalling up to 12 credits.

The course is designed to further develop the student as a modern dancer, building on skills and experience gained in previous technique classes including Modern I. Incorporating elements of various aesthetics including Humphrey/Lion, Horton, release techniques and post-modernism, the class will continue to emphasize basic principles - flexibility, strength, placement and musicality - but with greater stress on phrase work and more complex movement. prereq: instructor consent

This course builds on the foundations developed in previous technique classes, including Jazz I and II with a focus on intermediate work in lyrical and percussive jazz dance styles. Students will also work on developing personal artistry through attention to dynamics and phrasing. Students are expected to have the following: DN 2111 with a grade of B or better and/or technical proficiency appropriate to the level. prereq: instructor consent repeatable: Allow up to 9 repetitions totalling up to 18 credits.

The course explores ballet technique in greater depth with regard to steps, discipline - specific vocabulary, history, and pedagogy. The traditional ballet class will move at an accelerated pace and will be augmented by video analyses, performance observations, and supplemental readings. The course will culminate in the study, analysis, and dancing of classical repertoire from the great ballets of the 19th and 20th centuries. Students are expected to have the following: DN 2131 with a grade of B or better and/or technical proficiency appropriate to the level. prereq: instructor consent repeatable: Allow up to 6 repetitions totalling up to 12 credits.