Introduction to Contemporary Dance Technique I
DANC 101
M/W: 3:10 – 4:25 PM | T/Th: 2:30 – 3:45 PM
TBD
The first semester in a two-semester, entry-level sequence that introduces the student who has little or no dance training to the basic tenets, principles and aspects of contemporary and modern dance technique. The practicum-based classwork will include an emphasis on physical ‘warm-up’ exercises designed to prepare the student for locomotor and axial movements in patterns and combinations that explore a range of dynamics, rhythmic structures and spatial aspects and with a broad spectrum of applications, including dance, music, sports and theater. Explorations and investigations, both practical and cognitive, are designed to lay an introductory foundation for participating in and appreciating and understanding creative expressions.

First-Year Contemporary Dance Techniques I
DANC 103
M/W: 3:10 – 4:25 PM
R. Oaxaca
First Year Contemporary dance technique is for the student who has previous dance training and aims to major or minor in dance. As a practicum based class, through active participation, it will serve individual development of contemporary movement principles built upon a base of locomotor and axial skills with an increased emphasis on aspects of time, space and dynamics. Explorations and investigations, both practical and cognitive, are designed to lay an introductory foundation for appreciating and understanding embodiment in creative expressions.

Dance in Culture – Ethnic Forms
DANC 121
M/W/F: 2:05 – 2:55 PM
R. Oaxaca
A lecture class designed to introduce dance as an art form and the many roles it plays in a variety of cultures. Focus will be on ethnic forms and primal cultures.

Second-Year Contemporary Dance Technique I
DANC 203
M/W: 3:10 – 4:25 PM
R. Oaxaca
Building upon the movement foundations explored in first-year contemporary dance courses, this course introduces the formalities of dance technique as a contemporary American art form with continued and progressive refinement and development of basic movement principles, locomotor and axial skills and dance vocabulary, all in relation to time, space and dynamics and with a broad spectrum of applications, including dance, music, sports and theater.

Second-Year Ballet Dance Technique I
DANC 260
T/Th: 11:30 AM – 12:45 AM
TBD
In-depth exploration of principles and foundations of ballet technique as preparation for the specialized training needs of dancers.

Third-Year Contemporary Dance Technique I
DANC 303
M/W: 12:35 – 1:50 PM
Y. Lin
For the dance major and upper level non-major. Formalities of dance technique as a contemporary American art form serve as the basis of the aesthetic and technical challenges explored in the course.

The Craft of Choreography
DANC 314
R. Oaxaca
An in-depth investigation of choreographic craft elements is presented through lecture, practical involvement and specified studies. Emphasized are tools to discover primary movement vocabulary, development of vocabulary through permutative investigations and the co-ordering of movement vocabulary into phrases, structural units, and larger sections. Offered as DANC 314 and DANC 414.

Advanced Contemporary Dance Technique I
DANC 317
T/Th: 10:00 – 11:30 AM
G. Galbraith
The first semester in a two-semester sequence that emphasizes performing skills enlarged to include rehearsal and performance of full repertory works. Adaptability, versatility, and fidelity to choreographic intention stressed. Offered as DANC 317 and DANC 417.

Dance Production Resources
DANC 324
Th: 6:00 – 9:00 PM
Y. Lin
An examination of dance production resources such as costumes construction, lighting design, and management. Exercises include design, construction, and implementation to emphasize practical applications. Offered as DANC 324 and DANC 424.

Kinesiology for Dance and Sport Performance
DANC 345
T/Th: 11:30 AM – 12:45 PM
TBD
This course is an introduction to the general principles of the science of human movement focusing on musculoskeletal anatomy, physiology, and mechanics specifically pertaining to dance and sport performance.

History of Modern Dance
DANC 355
M/W: 8:55 – 10:10 AM
Y. Lin
Origins and development of contemporary dance in its historical context.

Ballet Technique for Contemporary Dance Students I
DANC 360
W/F: 10:25 – 11:55 AM
TBD
The first semester in a two-semester ballet technique class that focuses on developing the ballet skills required of the contemporary dancer. The technical level of the class will range from intermediate to advanced where applicable in barre work as well as center. Offered as DANC 360 and DANC 460.

Production Practicum
DANC 385
TBD
Practicum for students participating in production work in the Department of Dance. Supervised laboratory experience in technical theater, construction techniques, scenery, costumes, lighting, and props; production; ticket office operations, promotion, publicity and public relations; house management; wardrobe responsibilities; stage management; assistant directing; and other production positions.

Rehearsal and Performance
DANC 386
M/W: 6:25 – 7:40 PM
G. Galbraith
Practicum for students participating in performance in the Department of Dance, relating to the mainstage productions at Mather Dance Center.

Independent Study in Dance
DANC 399
G. Galbraith
Independent research and project work in areas of dance and pedagogy.