PHYSICAL EDUCATION - DANCE - DAN

DAN (PE) 264Ballet1(0-2-0) F,S
Beginning level ballet technique course. Fundamental ballet concepts and vocabulary introduced through barre and center exercises and combinations.
Course Offerings: fall sprg WolfWare Info


DAN 272Dance Composition1(0-2-0) F,S
Preq: PE 264 or PE 274
Creative problem-solving using the components of movement composition. Development of movement vocabulary through structured improvisation. Development of a thematic phrase. Manipulation of the thematic phrase through various choreographic devices. Structure of the developed materials.
Course Offerings: sprg


DAN (PE) 274Modern Dance I1(0-2-0) F,S
Introduction of movement and dance concepts and techniques through theory and analysis, improvisation and composition, structured dance exercises combinations.
Course Offerings: fall WolfWare Info


DAN (PE) 275Modern Dance II1(0-2-0) F,S
Preq: PE/DAN 274
Continuation of Modern Dance I. Emphasis on design of body in space, movement qualities and musicality through structured technical exercises and combinations.
Course Offerings: sprg


DAN 290Special Topics in Dance1-4 F,S,SUM1,SUM2
Examination of selected topics in dance. May be repeated for credit provided course content is different each time.
Course Offerings: fall


DAN 295Problems of Dance Performance2(0-4-0) F,S
Preq: Audition
Practical performing experience in a company setting. Rehearsal, performance and production of concert dance.
Course Offerings: fall sprg WolfWare Info


DAN 498Independent Study in Dance1-3 F,S,Sum
Preq: DAN 272, Dan 295, Dance Program approval required.
Independent study in special choreographic or performance projects approved by and done under the direction of the Dance Program.
Course Offerings: fall WolfWare Info