DANCE COMPOSITION II

DANCE 552

Focuses on the creation and performance of dance repertory, whether through the development of new choreographic works or the re-staging of existing pieces. Emphasizes live performance as a process to contribute to both the creative and performance aspects of the work. Collaboratively engage in critical discussions and provide expert feedback, reinforcing arguments around artistry, excellence, and the role of live performance in contemporary dance. Hands-on experience in contemporary performance skills and techniques related to dance repertory, emphasizing collaboration in the creation and practice of live dance. Requires concurrent enrollment inDANCE 311,312,325, or326and audition at first class meeting.

DANCE 200

Examines performance texts from the 20th century to the present, and applies them through written analyses.

DANCE 455

Principles of organization in group composition. Planning, composing and presenting of group dances.

DANCE 108

Emphasizes the study and practice of the Contemporary dance technique and exploration of the body as a creative and expressive instrument capable of gaining new understanding through the art of dance.

DANCE 255

Basic principles of solo composition explored and applied to movement in visual and performing arts.