DANCE 106      Computer Technology for Dance
This course will not only give basic computer knowledge but will give students the tools to conceptualize movement which is then integrated into choreographic motifs and sequences in as easy-to-use 3D environment. The students will use these tools to create choreography and to experiment with interdisciplinary arts and dance technology projects that will be implemented into the Advanced Composition course.
Credits: 3 hours
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DANCE 107      Dance Production I
A study of the fundamentals of dance production including sound design and recording techniques, video and video editing, lighting design for dance, stage make-up, and costume design and construction. Laboratory projects will be coordinated with actual dance productions.
Credits: 2 hours
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DANCE 108      Dance Production II
Continuation of DANCE 107.
Credits: 2 hours
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DANCE 140      Analysis Of Movement For The Dance I
A study of the structure of classical ballet steps and movements including basic anatomy, vocabulary and aesthetics of ballet. This course will also present a comparison of ballet training systems. Restricted to dance majors.
Credits: hours
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DANCE 141      Ballet Technique And Theory I
Fundamentals of technique of classical ballet at the intermediate level with attention given to strengthening, stretching, anatomical alignment, and developing the ballet aesthetic. This course includes pointe work. Classes meet M, T, Th, F for 1.5 hours. Non-Majors by audition.
Credits: hours
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DANCE 142      Ballet Technique And Theory II
Continuation of DANCE 141B.
Credits: hours
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DANCE 213      Men's Class I
This course is designed to meet the needs of the male dancer and will focus on developing the technique, strength, and agility needed for a professional career.
Credits: hours
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DANCE 217      Improvisation I
An introduction to the use of improvisation as a method of discovery. Through structured choreographic problem-solving and creative responses to given movement problems, dancers will explore the elemrnts of time, space, energy, and force learning the basic skills neaded for dance composition. Restricted to Dance majors.
Credits: hours
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DANCE 218      Composition II
Continuation of Composition I, further exploring of the fundamentals of choreography including locomotion studies, categories of motion, axial movement and sequential and non-sequeter movement. Focusing on the development of solo works and developing choreographic process. Prerequisite: DANCE 217B.
Credits: hours
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DANCE 241      Ballet Technique And Theory III
Continuation of DANCE 142B at the intermediate/advanced level including pointe. Restricted to dance majors.
Credits: hours
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DANCE 242      Ballet Technique And Theory Iv
Continuation of DANCE 241B, at the intermediate/advanced level including pointe work.
Credits: hours
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DANCE 250      Labanotation I
An introduction to basic theory and elementary skills of labanotation.
Credits: 2 hours
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DANCE 260      Jazz I
A study of Western Theatrical Dance focusing on Jazz and Afrp-Caribbean based forms.
Credits: 1 hours
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DANCE 261      Jazz II
Continuation of DANCE 260 with a more in deapth study of Western Theatrical Dance focusing on Jazz and Afro-Caribbean based dance forms.
Credits: 1 hours
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DANCE 301      Advanced Movement Analysis For Dancers
A study of the body which relates specifically to the needs of dancers. Emphasis is placed upon an understanding of the skeletal system, the muscular system, their specific importance to dance technique, and dance injuries and prevention.
Credits: 3 hours
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DANCE 302      Fundamentals Of Body Alignment
An introduction to the fundamentals of body alignment, including therapeutic exercises which focus on muscular imbalances and injury prevention. Emphasis is placed upon developing total body strength and flexibility. Required for dance majors or by permission of instructor. Prerequisite: DANCE 301.
Credits: 1 hours
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DANCE 303      Pilates
A non-impact body conditioning method based on principles of abdominal and scapular stabilization. Introduction to the essential and intermediate mat work, which consists of non-weight bearing exercises. Designed to give the student an understanding of the principles and muscular emphasis behind the Pilates method. Proper alignment, full range of motion, and patterned breathing will be emphasized.Prerequisite: DANCE 301 and DANCE 302
Credits: 1 hours
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DANCE 305      History Of Dance I
A study of the development of Western theatrical dance forms, from its roots in the European court through the 20th century. Beginning with a brief overview of "early dance," emphasis will be placed on the study of Renaissance theatre spectacles to the rise of the professional dancer culminating with the 20th century contemporary ballet. This course includes outside reading and writing intensive requirements.
Credits: 3 hours
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DANCE 306      History Of Dance II
Continuation of DANCE 305 exploring the development of dance as a 20th century Western theatre dance form. Development of modern dance, modern dance pioneers, modern dance development in Europe, African-American contribution to modern dance, modern dance influence on the ballet and the Avant-Garde and Post Modern movements will be studied. Outside reading and writing intensive requirements included.
Credits: 3 hours
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DANCE 309      Company
A repertory company comprised of dance majors, selected guest artists and dance faculty for the preparation and public performance of choreographic works, concerts and lecture/ demonstrations, and Great Works projects directed by dance faculty. Restricted to dance majors.
Credits: hours
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