Dance (DANC)

Introduction to group dance experiences through rehearsal, performance, dance technique training and technical theatre practice.

Emphasis on modern dance technique and fundamentals of improvisation and choreography. May be repeated for credit.

Fundamentals of ballet technique, basic vocabulary and combinations. May be repeated for credit.

Traditional folk dance steps and international folk dances. Emphasis on dances from eastern and western Europe, Mexico and Israel. May be repeated for credit.

Ballroom dance skills including steps, styling and leading, and following for American and Latin ballroom dance forms. May be repeated for credit.

Fundamentals of jazz technique, basic vocabulary and combinations. May be repeated for credit.

Fundamentals of tap dance, basic vocabulary and combinations. May be repeated for credit.

Practice in group dance experiences through rehearsal, performance, dance technique training and technical theatre practice.

Introduction to a modern dance ensemble with performance, choreographic and technical theatre experiences. May be repeated for credit.

Rehearsal, performance and technical theatre experiences in a modern dance company. May be repeated for credit.

This course is an exploration of dance as an art form. It emphasizes learning about and experiencing a broad spectrum of dance forms through lecture, discussion, movement exploration, and attending and viewing dance performances. The course considers the historic and cultural significance of dance as well as the components of a dance performance: dancers, choreographic elements, production design (costuming, lighting, scenic elements, etc.) and audience. The course reveals how dance has informed the human experience throughout history. It does this by placing dance's "embodied way of knowing" within social, artistic, religious, political and cultural contexts. It provides an opportunity for the student to experience an appreciation for the dynamic, varied and complex role that dance has played in human societies over time, and understand how it relates to other art forms. May be used for general education credit.

Intermediate skills in modern dance technique. May be repeated for credit.

Intermediate skills in ballet technique. May be repeated for credit.

Development of individual, group and environmental awareness; extension of individual movement vocabulary; and theory and exploration of the interrelationships of the visual and theatre arts through structured improvisation.

Intermediate skills in jazz dance technique, vocabulary and movement combinations. May be repeated for credit.

Intermediate skills in tap dance technique, vocabulary and models of sequencing. May be repeated for credit.

A survey of dance history in Western civilization from the Renaissance to the present. Emphasis is on the dance idioms of ballet and modern.

Study of selected timely topics in dance. May be repeated when course content changes. See MyMadison for current topic.

Intermediate-level experiences in performance, choreography and technical theatre with a modern dance ensemble. May be repeated for credit. Prerequisite: DANC 211 or the equivalent and concurrent enrollment in a dance technique course.

Advanced rehearsal, performance and technical theatre experience in a modern dance company. May be repeated for credit.

This course is designed to educate the dancer and dance education student on specific injury prevention and conditioning principles to improve overall dancer health and wellness. A combination of lecture and movement-based labs will cover all aspects that may contribute to injury risk in dancers and allows recognition of these risks in the educational or performance setting.

An introduction to the structure and function of the human body, along with an overview of contemporary bodywork theories and techniques essential to the education of dancers. Emphasis will be on the application of knowledge within the context of dance technique.

This course introduces students to the use of creative movement and dance in community settings. Emphasis is on concepts and skills utilized in designing and implementing movement experiences for diverse populations.

Modern dance technique for an accelerated intermediate level. May be repeated for credit.

Ballet technique on an accelerated intermediate level. May be repeated for credit.

Introductory studies of dance composition with focus on the learning and development of choreographic techniques and styles. Compositional movement studies and solo/duet dances will be utilized for exploring and developing the student's individual creativity.

Intermediate Jazz II / Musical Theatre Styles is a continuation of the jazz dance techniques in the dance program at the upper-intermediate level. The primary focus of this class will be on the study and training of historic and contemporary musical theatre jazz movement and its cultural influences. The course may be repeated for credit.

This course provides pre-service teachers with hands-on teaching experience prior to full-time student teaching. The course provides the opportunity for dance education students to observe certified teachers, plan lessons, reflect on effective teaching strategies, analyze the complexities of teaching and demonstrate professional behaviors that promote student learning. Course work includes topics on classroom management, assessment and effective teaching strategies.

Supervised projects related to the study of dance. Credit given for original, individual or group programs beyond the usual course offerings in dance. A suitable completed project or report is required before credit will be given. Teaching assistantships are also registered as directed projects. May be repeated multiple times.

Advanced-level experiences in performance, choreography and technical theatre with a modern dance ensemble. May be repeated for credit.

Advanced rehearsal, performance and technical theatre experience in a modern dance company for the professional level dancer. May be repeated for credit.

Modern dance technique on an advanced level. May be repeated for credit.

Ballet technique on an advanced level. May be repeated for credit.

Dance composition study involving the development and use of complex choreographic structures with emphasis on creating small and large group dance compositions, as well as the exploration of contemporary choreographic styles and techniques.

A continuation of the dance technique in the dance program. Advanced skills in jazz technique with special emphasis on the development of performance skills. May be repeated for credit.

Introduction to the professional dance world through lectures, discussions and research. Emphasis will be placed on the preparation of skills and materials necessary to pursue dance as a career. Contemporary dance trends and issues will also be explored.

An exploration of teaching creative movement in elementary school and dance in secondary school. Topics include creative movement, dance education and arts integration. This course considers lesson planning, classroom management and assessment in middle and high school.

Enables students to apply, in the public school classrooms and the comprehensive child development programs, those skills and attitudes acquired in all components of teacher education. Under the guidance of university supervisors, students are provided activities designed to familiarize them with the classroom teacher's role.

Special studies are independent studies for students to pursue individual research under the guidance of a faculty advisor. Special studies differ from directed projects in that they are more research-based than project-based, although some student mainstage designs might also be undertaken as special studies. Based on the agreed upon workload, this course may be assigned credit hours of 1-3 credits.

Internships may be registered for credit at the discretion of the individual faculty advisor. Overrides for internships must be completed no later than four weeks prior to the internship start date. Based on the agreed upon workload, this course may be assigned credit hours of 3-6 credits.

Repeatable for a maximum of 6 credits.