Dance Courses
Required Courses for the Minor
DAN 1101
Foundations in Movement
An introductory study of basic concepts in movement and vocal and physical performance techniques through exploration of embodied anatomy and various movement modalities geared specifically for theatre majors. Appropriate clothing required.
Tap/Jazz Dance - Placement based on proficiency in one of the following:
DAN 2501
Tap/Jazz Dance I
A fundamental study of tap and jazz dance technique, history, performance and style with an emphasis placed on execution, vocabulary, and terminology. Prerequisite: Determined by results of technique placement audition and DAN 1101. May be repeated for credit.
DAN 2502
Tap/Jazz Dance II
A continued fundamental study of tap and jazz technique, with an emphasis on execution and overall performance quality. Prerequisites: Determined by results of technique placement audition and DAN 1101. May be repeated for credit.
DAN 2503
Tap/Jazz Dance III
An intermediate to advanced study of tap and jazz technique, with an emphasis placed on more intricate footwork. Appropriate clothing and shoes required. Prerequisites: Determined by results of technique placement audition and DAN 1101. May be repeated for credit.
DAN 2504
Tap/Jazz Dance IV
A continued advanced study of jazz dance technique. Appropriate clothing and shoes required. Prerequisites: Determined by results of technique placement audition and DAN 1101. May be repeated for credit.
Ballet/Modern Dance - Placement based on proficiency:
DAN 1501
Ballet and Modern I
A fundamental study of ballet and modern technique, history, performance and style with an emphasis placed on a basic level of execution, vocabulary and terminology. Appropriate clothing and shoes are required. Prerequisites: Determined by results of technique placement audition and DAN 1101. May be repeated for credit.
DAN 1502
Ballet and Modern II
A continued fundamental study of ballet and modern technique, with an emphasis placed on execution of movements and overall performance quality. Appropriate clothing and shoes are required. Prerequisites: Determined by results of technique placement audition and DAN 1101. May be repeated for credit.
DAN 1503
Ballet and Modern Dance III
An intermediate to advanced study of ballet and modern technique. Appropriate clothing and shoes are required. Prerequisites: Determined by results of technique placement audition and DAN 1101. May be repeated for credit.
DAN 1504
Ballet and Modern Dance IV
A continued advanced study of ballet and modern technique. Appropriate clothing and shoes are required. Prerequisites: Determined by results of technique placement audition and DAN 1101. May be repeated for credit.
DAN 3180
Historical/Cultural Perspectiv
A survey of dance and its historical evolution from ancient tribal ritual to contemporary post-modern dance performance. Prerequisite: DAN 1101.
DAN 3543
