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PERF-102
Modern Dance I (3)
Students learn interrelationships between dance and society,
which form the context for movement expression. Skill
development is accompanied by a study of twentieth century
choreographers and the social conditions shaping their
artistry. Readings, videos, concerts, classwork, written
work, and work in technique enhance participants’
knowledge. |
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PERF-103
Beginning Jazz Dance (3)
Study of jazz as a form emerging from African immigrant
encounters with American society. The development of jazz
dance in America covers the history of minstrelsy, vaudeville,
and music theater. Technique development is augmented
by readings, videos, readings, concerts, and written papers.
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PERF-104
Beginning Ballet (3)
Study of ballet from the sixteenth century European courts,
as a form expressing the power and hierarchy of various
monarchs, to its contemporary manifestations. Readings,
videos, and concerts provide a social context while development
of technical skill helps cultivate proficiency and understanding.
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PERF-108
03/11/2008p Dance (3)
Study of tap’s emergence as a cross-cultural integration
of Irish and African forms in the United States and of
its development as a creative expression for urban African
Americans. Technical development is augmented by readings,
videos, concerts and written papers. |
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PERF-109
Dance Practicum (1)
May be repeated for credit within the same term; dance
technique must be different for each credit hour. Provides
the student with the opportunity to continue his/her current
level of dance technique course. Student may register
for practicum only if he/she has completed the 3 credit
dance course at the 100 level. Prerequisite: completion
of equivalent 3 credit dance technique course and permission
of the director of dance. |
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PERF-200/200G
Dance and Society (3)
Students learn about the cultural importance of dance
throughout history, including its ritual, social, and
theatrical functions. Students discover the diverse ways
and cultural contexts in which people express fundamental
experiences and emotions through dance. Prerequisite for
General Education credit: ARTS-100G or LIT-105G or PERF-110G
or PERF-115G. |
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PERF-202
Modern Dance II (3)
Continuation of PERF-102. Study of additional choreographers
and the social context of their work. Skill development
is augmented by readings, videos, concerts and written
papers, promoting and understanding of the role of dance
as a form of creative expression that gives insight into
society. Prerequisite: PERF-102 or permission of instructor. |
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PERF-203
Intermediate Jazz Dance (3)
Continuation of PERF-103. Analysis of jazz as an integral
part of a creative expression in America and as developed
by choreographers in a variety of twentieth century dances.
Technical work is augmented by readings, videos, concerts,
and written papers. Prerequisite: PERF-103 or permission
of instructor. |
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PERF-204
Intermediate Ballet (3)
Development of technical skills and performance ability
in classical ballet vocabulary. Prerequisite: PERF-104
or permission of instructor. |
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PERF-208
Intermediate Tap Dance (3)
Study of the impact of segregation on the development
of tap and the form’s resurgence in the 1970s as
a corollary to the civil rights movement. Also, the use
of tap by contemporary artists. Technical development
is augmented by readings, videos, concerts, and papers.
Prerequisite: PERF-108 or permission of instructor. |
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PERF-209
Dance Practicum (1)
May be repeated for credit within the same term; dance
technique must be different for each credit hour. Provides
the student with the opportunity to continue his/her current
level of dance technique course. Student may register
for practicum only if he/she has completed the 3 credit
course at the 200 level. Prerequisite: completion of equivalent
3 credit dance technique course and permission of the
director of dance. |
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PERF-302
Modern Dance III (3)
Continuation of PERF-202. Study of choreographers and
their social context augmented by readings, videos, concerts,
and written papers. Advanced technical development and
artistry emphasized. Meets with PERF-602. Prerequisite:
PERF-202 or permission of instructor. |
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PERF-303
Modern Dance IV (3)
Continuation of PERF-302. Study of choreographers and
their social context augmented by readings, videos, concerts,
and written papers. Advanced technical development and
artistry emphasized. Meets with PERF-603. Prerequisite:
PERF-302 or permission of instructor. |
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PERF-304
African Dance (3)
Students learn the inter-relationship between movement
and sound in African dance and develop a sense of creative
expression and group interaction. Assigned readings, class
trips, concert viewings, and class discussions enhance
the participants’ knowledge of traditional African
society while providing a historical outlet for cross-cultural
understanding and appreciation. |
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PERF-305
History and Philosophy of Dance I: Fifteenth–Nineteenth
Century (3)
The evolution of Western theatrical dance, with emphasis
on the fifteenth through the nineteenth centuries. Meets
with PERF-605. |
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PERF-306
History and Philosophy of Dance II: Twentieth Century
(3)
A chronological survey of dance in the twentieth century.
Writings and videos of contemporary dance authorities
and artists are used as source materials. Meets with PERF-606.
Prerequisite: PERF-305. |
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PERF-309
Dance Practicum (1)
May be repeated for credit within the same term; dance
technique must be different for each credit hour. Provides
the student with the opportunity to continue his/her current
level of dance technique course. Student may register
for practicum only if he/she has completed the three credit
dance course at the 300 level. Prerequisite: completion
of equivalent 3 credit dance technique course and permission
of the director of dance. |
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PERF-396
(Selected Topics: Non-Recurring)
Advanced Modern/Contemporary Dance
Refining clarity of movement initiation, phrasing, and
dynamics is emphasized. Students are challenged structurally
and qualitatively in movement sequences to continue building
the maturity and sophistication of a dance artist/scholar.
Discussions focusing on readings and movement observations
help students expand movement vocabulary from aesthetic
and action points of view. Meets with PERF-696 001. |
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PERF-404
Advanced Ballet (3)
Continuation of PERF-204. Emphasis on development of artistry
and complexity of skills and movement combinations. Advanced
readings and written work on contemporary ballet as a
reflection of society. Meets with PERF-604. Prerequisite:
PERF-204 or permission of instructor. |
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PERF-411
Composition of Dance I (3)
May be repeated for credit with different topic. Introduction
to the vocabulary and techniques of choreography. Students
create their own choreographies. Meets with PERF-611.
Prerequisite: permission of instructor. |
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PERF-412
Composition of Dance II (3)
May be repeated for credit with different topic. Continuation
of PERF-411. Meets with PERF-612. Prerequisite: PERF-411
or permission of instructor. |
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PERF-506 Course level:
Graduate and Advanced Undergraduate
The Moving Body (3)
The practical application of anatomy and kinesiology to
performance work in dance, music, and theatre. Warm-up
exercises, injury prevention, sports, and everyday activities
are also covered. Prerequisite: permission of instructor. |
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PERF-507 Course level:
Graduate and Advanced Undergraduate
Principles of Movement (3)
Principles of Movement is a system of analysis for describing
and understanding the qualitative aspects of movement.
Students learn to expand their movement vocabulary, both
spatially and dynamically, and to develop their verbal
skills in observing and describing dance. |
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PERF-596 001 Course level:
Graduate and Advanced Undergraduate
Selected Topics: Non-Recurring: Dance Improvisation
An introduction to the fundamental ingredients of movement
to expand and enrich students' movement vocabulary through
an exploration of movement's essential components. The
class serves as a springboard to dance composition as
well as performance skills. |
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PERF-596 002 Course level:
Graduate and Advanced Undergraduate
Selected Topics: Non-Recurring: Movement and Text
When in conscious relationship, the spoken word and the
articulation of the moving body are two languages that
enhance one another. This course serves as a catalyst
for the performer to find new depth. |
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PERF-596 002 Course level:
Graduate and Advanced Undergraduate
Selected Topics: Non-Recurring: Contact Improvisation
Analysis and exploration of problem solving with individuals
and groups for movement concepts. |
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PERF-596 003 Course level:
Graduate and Advanced Undergraduate
Selected Topics: Non-Recurring: Spanish Dance
This class includes basic elements of traditional regional
dances such as Escuela Bolera and Classical/Neoclassical
with discussions of language and history. Special attention
is paid to the Flamenco dance and its rhythmic structures. |
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PERF-650 001 Course level:
Graduate
Rotating Topics in Theatre: Dance Styles for Music Theatre
Audition techniques are explored specifically for the
dancer in music theatre. The course examines choreography
and different dance styles from choreographers such as
Jerome Robbins, Bob Fosse, and Gus Giordano. The student
develops skills in phrase development and "quick
study," analysis of space, time and effort, and movement
improvisation. Meets with PERF-450 001. |
