BAL 131 - Pointe I

Institution:

Point Park University

Subject:

Description:

Basic techniques of dancing en pointe. An introduction to correct pointe positions and exercises to strengthen the feet and legs. Prerequisite: Audition. Course Objectives Upon successful completion of the course, students should be able to: (1)Recognize the necessity of maintaining body alignment appropriate to ballet while performing complex movement sequences. (2)Illustrate appropriate articulation of the feet, ankles, knees, hips sur la pointe. (3)Demonstrate the ability to perform pointe technique with a sense of dynamics, musicality and artistry. (4)Demonstrate a knowledge and understanding of the ballet terminology. (5)Identify areas needing change (the application of corrections) through observation and practice. (6)Increase his/her intellectual awareness of the field through assignments.

Credits:

1.00

Credit Hours:

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Instructional Type:

Lecture

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Institution Website:

www.pointpark.edu

Phone Number:

(412) 391-4100

Regional Accreditation:

Middle States Association of Colleges and Schools

Calendar System:

Semester

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