Subject: DANC

Term: Fall 2015

DANC 103: First-Year Modern Dance Techniques I (100/3045)

MW 02:00-03:20 PM Aug 24-Dec 04

Lin, Y

Instructor consent required.

DANC 103: First-Year Modern Dance Techniques I (102/3047)

TR 02:45-04:05 PM Aug 24-Dec 04

Alvarez, A

Instructor consent required.

DANC 104: First-Year Modern Dance Techniques II (100/1179)

TR 04:30-05:50 PM Aug 24-Dec 04

Stoneking, R

Instructor consent required.

DANC 104: First-Year Modern Dance Techniques II (101/3275)

TR 11:30-12:45 PM Aug 24-Dec 04

Sterne, S

Continuation of DANC 103.

DANC 121: Dance in Culture - Ethnic Forms (100/2685)

TR 02:45-04:00 PM Aug 24-Dec 04

Yetter, E

A lecture class designed to introduce dance as an art form and the many roles it plays in a variety of cultures. Focus will be on ethnic forms and primal cultures.

DANC 160: Introduction to Ballet Technique I (100/2402)

TR 01:15-02:30 PM Aug 24-Dec 04

Young, H

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DANC 203: Second-Year Modern Dance Techniques I (100/1180)

MW 04:00-05:30 PM Aug 24-Dec 04

Sterne, S

Instructor consent required.

DANC 260: Second-Year Ballet Technique I (100/2652)

TR 01:15-02:30 PM Aug 24-Dec 04

Blake, H

Instructor consent required.

DANC 303: Third-Year Modern Dance Techniques I (100/1181)

MW 12:30-01:50 PM Aug 24-Dec 04

Szpak, E

For the dance major and upper level non-major. Formalities of dance technique as a contemporary American art form serve as the basis of the aesthetic and technical challenges explored in the course.

DANC 314: The Craft of Choreography (100/2439)

Galbraith, G

An in-depth investigation of choreographic craft elements is presented through lecture, practical involvement and specified studies. Emphasized are tools to discover primary movement vocabulary, development of vocabulary through permutative investigations and the co-ordering of movement vocabulary into phrases, structural units, and larger sections. Offered as DANC 314 and DANC 414.

DANC 317: Advanced Modern Dance Technique I (100/2438)

TR 10:00-11:25 AM Aug 24-Dec 04

Galbraith, G

Emphasis on performing skills enlarged to include rehearsal and performance of full repertory works. Adaptability, versatility, and fidelity to choreographic intention stressed. Offered as DANC 317 and DANC 417.

DANC 345: Kinesiology for Dance (100/10758)

Galbraith, G; Sterne, S

Seminar and laboratory for assessment of kinesiological and biomechanical principles as related to dance. Assessment of current research will be implemented to affect cross-training protocols. Offered as DANC 345 and DANC 445.

DANC 360: Ballet Technique for Modern Dance Students I (100/2440)

MW 10:30-11:50 AM Aug 24-Dec 04

Yetter, E

Instructor consent required.

DANC 385: Production Practicum (100/1182)

Galbraith, G

Practicum for students participating in production work in the Department of Dance. Supervised laboratory experience in technical theater, construction techniques, scenery, costumes, lighting, and props; production; ticket office operations, promotion, publicity and public relations; house management; wardrobe responsibilities; stage management; assistant directing; and other production positions.

DANC 386: Rehearsal and Performance (100/1183)

Galbraith, G

Practicum for students participating in performance in the Department of Dance, relating to the mainstage productions at Mather Dance Center.

DANC 399: Independent Study in Dance (100/1808)

Galbraith, G

Independent research and project work in areas of dance and pedagogy.

DANC 403: Fourth-Year Modern Dance Technique I (100/3376)

MW 12:30-01:50 PM Aug 24-Dec 04

Szpak, E

A logical progression of modern technique, this class is designed for the upper level dance major and graduate student in dance to further develop technical acumen with emphasis on aesthetic and physical challenges.

DANC 414: The Craft of Choreography (100/1509)

Galbraith, G

An in-depth investigation of choreographic craft elements is presented through lecture, practical involvement and specified studies. Emphasized are tools to discover primary movement vocabulary, development of vocabulary through permutative investigations and the co-ordering of movement vocabulary into phrases, structural units, and larger sections. Offered as DANC 314 and DANC 414.

DANC 416: Choreography and Theatrical Elements (100/10760)

Galbraith, G

Use of properties, costumes, and scenic elements in both "first- and second-function" (Northrop) or "literal" and "abstract" applications challenge the functional and aesthetic appropriateness of conjoined choices. Dance structures fully developed under supervision. Successful results may be programmed for performance and tested for applicability to the Production sequence.

DANC 417: Advanced Modern Dance Technique I (100/1184)

TR 10:00-11:25 AM Aug 24-Dec 04

Galbraith, G

Emphasis on performing skills enlarged to include rehearsal and performance of full repertory works. Adaptability, versatility, and fidelity to choreographic intention stressed. Offered as DANC 317 and DANC 417.

DANC 445: Kinesiology for Dance (100/10759)

Galbraith, G; Sterne, S

Seminar and laboratory for assessment of kinesiological and biomechanical principles as related to dance. Assessment of current research will be implemented to affect cross-training protocols. Offered as DANC 345 and DANC 445.

DANC 447: Dancer Wellness Research (100/11902)

Galbraith, G

This course is designed to promote research interests for those students who have had an introduction to the field of Dancer Wellness through their other coursework and/or participation in the Dancer Wellness Program annual screening and summary profiles.

DANC 460: Ballet Technique for Modern Dance Students I (100/1185)

WF 10:30-11:50 AM Aug 24-Dec 04

Yetter, E

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. Offered as DANC 360 and DANC 460.

DANC 485: Rehearsal, Performance and Production (100/1186)

Galbraith, G

(See DANC 385.)

DANC 601: Special Projects (100/1187)

Galbraith, G

(Credit as arranged.)

DANC 640: M.F.A. Thesis Production I (100/1188)

Galbraith, G

Preproduction conception in area of specialization researched and documented under appointed advisement, in accord with production syllabus, and subcommittee approval.

DANC 644: M.A. Project (100/11903)

Galbraith, G

Research and development of a Master of Arts project in Dance.