Subject: DANC
Term: Spring 2010
DANC 103: First-Year Modern Dance Techniques I (100/5995)
MW 02:00-03:20 PM Jan 11-Apr 26
Sterne, S
Comprehensive perspective of theory established, through active participation, to serve individual development of normative movement principles in a broad spectrum of applications including theater movement dance, and sports. Content is directly and fundamentally serviceable to subsequent specialized training applications of the actor, dancer, musician, athlete, physiotherapist, and educator.
DANC 103: First-Year Modern Dance Techniques I (101/5997)
TR 04:30-05:50 PM Jan 11-Apr 26
Lakamp, J
Comprehensive perspective of theory established, through active participation, to serve individual development of normative movement principles in a broad spectrum of applications including theater movement dance, and sports. Content is directly and fundamentally serviceable to subsequent specialized training applications of the actor, dancer, musician, athlete, physiotherapist, and educator.
DANC 104: First-Year Modern Dance Techniques II (100/5999)
MW 04:00-05:20 PM Jan 11-Apr 26
Sanford-Burgoon, K
Continuation of DANC 103.
DANC 122: Dance in Culture - Theatrical Forms (100/6001)
MW 12:30-01:45 PM Jan 11-Apr 26
Sterne, S
Introduction to an historical and cultural overview of many different forms of dance from various cultures specifically selected to encompass geographic diversity and represent different periods in history. Basic craft elements of the structures of dance will be introduced to provide a foundation for viewing dance and developing a personal aesthetic.
DANC 204: Second-Year Modern Dance Techniques II (100/6003)
MW 02:00-03:30 PM Jan 11-Apr 26
Sanford-Burgoon, K
Continuation of DANC 203.
DANC 304: Third-Year Modern Dance Techniques II (100/6005)
MW 11:30-01:00 PM Jan 11-Apr 26
Sanford-Burgoon, K
Continuation of DANC 303. Recommended preparation: DANC 303 or consent of department.
DANC 385: Rehearsal and Production (100/6009)
Galbraith, G
1st Class Meeting - Tuesday at 6:00 p.m.
DANC 386: Rehearsal and Performance (100/6011)
Galbraith, G
1st Class Meeting - Tuesday at 6:00 p.m.
DANC 396: SAGES Senior Capstone in Dance (100/21210)
Potter, K
The course will be centered on creative work in dance, its culmination in public performance, and its extension into a community-based project. Through a review of relevant creative material and building upon skills developed through the dance program curriculum, a capstone project will be developed that represents a culmination of the undergraduate dance experience in the SAGES program.
DANC 399: Independent Study in Theater Arts (100/6013)
Galbraith, G
1st Class Meeting - Tuesday at 6:00 p.m.
DANC 404: Fourth-Year Contemporary Dance Technique II (100/6015)
MW 11:30-01:00 PM Jan 11-Apr 26
Sanford-Burgoon, K
Continuation of DANC 403.
DANC 415: Choreography and Music (100/8299)
R 01:15-04:00 PM Jan 11-Apr 26
Potter, K
Combining craft resources with emphasis on use of music. Music selections, historically categorized, are chosen for the purpose of analyzing metric and structural characteristics in accord with which choreography will be created.
DANC 418: Advanced Contemporary Dance Technique II (100/6019)
TR 10:00-11:25 AM Jan 11-Apr 26
Galbraith, G
Continuation of DANC 417.
DANC 426: Advanced Topics in Choreography (100/20296)
T 01:15-04:00 PM Jan 11-Apr 26
Galbraith, G
Introduction and investigation of advanced topics in choreography including but not limited to dance and technology, directing ensemble dance, and dance and the narrative. This course work is explored in the format of in-studio pracitcum and lecture, discussion, and peer and instructor review of student generated work. Since structured studies will be developed under instructor supervision, students will be required to dedicated time and energy in the studio outside of class time developing choreography studies for in-class presentation and review.
The objectives are to expose the graduate student and the advanced undergraduate student to material that is essential to keep the student abreast of more advanced topics in choreography. This content will support the student in their eventual thesis development and provide them additional exposures that may support future artistic and choreographic development.
DANC 446: Topics in Dance Medicine, Science, and Wellness (100/21211)
Galbraith, G
Review and application of continually emerging information from the fields of Dance Medicine and Science that impacts general dancer health and the care and prevention and treatment of dance specific injuries. Participation in the Dancer Wellness Program is encouraged to facilitate continued application of principles developed in DANC 445.
DANC 461: Ballet Technique for Modern Dance Students II (100/6023)
WF 09:30-11:00 AM Jan 11-Apr 26
Sterne, S
Ballet Technique for Dancers will focus on developing the ballet skills required of the Modern Dance major. The technical level of the class will range from intermediate to advanced where applicable in barre work as well as center. Consent of department is required.
DANC 485: Rehearsal, Performance and Production (100/8301)
Galbraith, G
(See DANC 385.)
DANC 535: Contemporary Dance Pedagogy (100/6027)
Potter, K
The study and investigation of the approaches and methods of teaching contemporary dance. Detailed study is made of kinesthetic, oral, and creative factors in teaching of dance. Opportunity to assist and teach under supervision.
DANC 601: Special Projects (100/21098)
Potter, K
(Credit as arranged.)
DANC 641: M.F.A. Thesis Production II (100/6029)
Potter, K
Production implementation, post production evaluation/defense, and advisory assessment.
DANC 644: M.A. Project (100/6031)
Galbraith, G
Research and development of a Master of Arts project in Theater.