Department of Performing Arts (Music, Theatre and Dance)

Courses — Dance

DANCE 130
Understanding Dance

The course features the study of dance and its choreography, and varied views of dance by artists such as Duncan, Nijinsky, Graham, Tharp and Balanchine. Lectures, slides, films, readings, discussions, writing and studio practice focus on critical observations of dance.
Distribution I Area: The Arts.
Distribution II Area:The Arts.
3 Lect Hrs, 3 Credits
Ms Tolbert

DANCE 131
Musical Theatre

This course is an introduction to such various forms of dance as social, folk, square and tap used in theatrical productions. Emphasis on performance.
Distribution I Area: The Arts.
Distribution II Area:The Arts.
3 Lect Hrs, 3 Credits
Ms Lapuh and Staff

DANCE 132
Ballet I

This course is an introduction to the study of ballet; emphasis on performance.
Distribution I Area: The Arts.
Distribution II Area:The Arts.
3 Lect Hrs, 3 Credits
Ms Lapuh and Staff

DANCE 133
Jazz Dance I

This course is an introduction to the study of jazz dance; emphasis on performance.
Distribution I Area: The Arts.
Distribution II Area:The Arts.
3 Lect Hrs, 3 Credits
Ms Lapuh and Staff

DANCE 134
Modern Dance I

This course is an introduction to the study of modern dance; emphasis on performance.
Distribution I Area: The Arts.
Distribution II Area:The Arts.
3 Lect Hrs, 3 Credits
Ms Lapuh, Ms Tolbert

DANCE 135
Multicultural Dance

This course focuses on the theory, practice, and performance of American, Latin-American, and African-American dance styles.
Distribution I Area: The Arts.
Distribution II Area: The Arts.
3 Lect Hrs, 3 Credits
Ms Lapuh and Staff

DANCE 140
Ballroom Dance I

This course is an introduction to the study of ballroom dance; emphasis on performance.
Distribution I Area: The Arts.
2.5 Lect/Lab Hrs, 3 Credits

DANCE 232
Intermediate Ballet

This course continues the study of ballet; emphasis on performance. Placement by audition.
Distribution I Area: The Arts.
Distribution II Area:The Arts.
3 Lect Hrs, 3 Credits
Ms Lapuh and Staff

DANCE 233
Jazz Dance II

This course continues the study of jazz dance; emphasis on performance.
Distribution I Area: The Arts.
Distribution II Area:The Arts.
3 Lect Hrs, 3 Credits
Ms Lapuh and Staff

DANCE 234
Modern Dance II

This course continues the study of modern dance; emphasis on performance.
Distribution I Area: The Arts.
3 Lect Hrs, 3 Credits
Ms Lapuh, Ms Tolbert

DANCE 240
Ballroom Dance II

This course continues the study of ballroom dance; emphasis on performance.
Prerequisite: DANCE 140 or permission of the instructor.
Distribution I Area: The Arts.
2.5 Lect/Lab Hrs, 3 Credits

DANCE 325
DANCE Theatre Workshop

Different colors, textures, rhythms, and images expressed in body movement. The final project is a movement-dance-theatre piece incorporating all the techniques experienced in class. Repeatable for credit.
Distribution I Area: The Arts.
Distribution II Area: The Arts.
3 Lect Hrs, 3 Lab Hrs, 4 Credits
Ms Lapuh

DANCE 330
The Pedagogy of Dance

This methods course develops teaching skills in modern dance, ballet and jazz. Emphasis is on educational theory in practice through development of teaching modules.
Prerequisite: One dance technique course in modern, ballet, or jazz.
Distribution II Area: The Arts.
3 Lect Hrs, 3 Credits
Ms Lapuh, Ms Tolbert

DANCE 331
Choreography

In this course experienced dancers develop their skills in creating dance compositions. Repeatable for credit.
Prerequisites: Two of the following: DANCE 132, 133, 134, 135.
3 Lect Hrs, 3 Credits
Ms Lapuh, Ms Tolbert

DANCE 332
Advanced Ballet

This course is the study of ballet for advanced dancers; emphasis on performance. Placement by audition. Repeatable for credit.
Distribution I Area: The Arts.
3 Lect Hrs, 3 Credits
Ms Lapuh and Staff

DANCE 435
DANCE Internship

Designed to enable Dance students to earn 3-6 credits for a semester’s internship in dance at professional or other working studios outside the University.
Prerequisites: Junior standing as a dance minor, completion of most minor requirements including workshops, and permission of Director of Dance.
Hrs by arrangement, 3-6 Credits
Ms Lapuh and Staff

DANCE 478, 479
Independent Study

Open only to a limited number of students in any one semester. Research, study and participation in dance projects outside the classroom involving consultation with a faculty advisor. A written prospectus is required. Repeatable for credit
Prerequisite: Permission of instructor and Director of Dance.
Hrs by arrangement, 1-3 Credits
Ms Lapuh and Staff

DANCE 481
Selected Topics

The study of different areas within the field of Dance preparation. Courses vary each semester and are announced during pre-registration periods.
3 Lect Hrs, 3 Credits
Ms Lapuh and Staff