Prerequisites: DNCE 166, DNCE 180, and consent of instructor. This course is designed to introduce the basic concepts of Ballet at the advanced level. Concentration will be placed on proper alignment, placement, and rotation of the legs from the hip sockets. Repeatable, may be taken five times.
Prerequisites: DNCE 181 or consent of instructor. A continuation in the study of the technique and performance qualities of Jazz dance with specific emphasis placed on nuance, control of movement, and quality of movement in performance as well as advanced technical concepts. Repeatable, may be taken five times.
Prerequisite: Consent of instructor. Investigate and explore principles of modern dance composition such as movement manipulation, phrasing, spatial design and choreographic form. Experiences in spontaneous movement exploration.