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Course Criteria
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Half course or 0 credit. Designed for all levels of dancers; no prior dance experience is necessary. Students will learn and perfect the fundamentals of jazz movement vocabulary, learning the style and technique of this genre. Each class will consist of a thorough warm-up, center technique, across-the-floor patterns, and cumulative combinations choreographed by the instructor. The aim of this course is to create knowledge of and enthusiasm for jazz dance as a popular art form. A stronger sense of body awareness, balance, flexibility, and rhythmic sensibility will also be developed. Repeatable for credit or non-credit. Must be taken for credit to count for major or minor.
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Half course or 0 credit. Designed for all levels of dancers; no prior dance experience is necessary. A strong foundation in core tap vocabulary is established, focusing on a musical theatre-based tapping style. Each class will consist of a warm-up, center technique, across-the-floor patterns, and cumulative combinations choreographed by the instructor. Students will also have the opportunity to learn about significant contributors to the field and to watch footage of various tap artists and discuss their insights. A stronger sense of rhythm and musicality will be developed. Repeatable for credit. Must be taken for credit to count toward major.
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Half course or 0 credit. Designed for all individuals; no prior dance experience is required. Students will learn the style and technique of various period-specific dance forms: Waltz, Foxtrot, Polka, Tango, Cha-Cha, Charleston, Swing, and Jitterbug. Specific attention will be given to learning proper partnering techniques thereby developing participant's special awareness. Students will also be exposed to the masters of these dance genres by watching related video footage.
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A survey of the development of American musical theatre from its origins in the 19th century through its current place in 21st century culture.
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An investigation of specific world cultures and civilizations through the study of performance traditions, dramatic literature, cultural studies, and historical texts. At the end of the course, the student will be able to critically discuss issues involving culture, civilization, politics, religion, faith, art forms, and dramatic literature. The course invistigates specific performance traditions and dramatic literature of cultures and co-cultures chosen from Asia, Africa, Australia, Europe, South America, and North America.
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A historical survey of theatre and drama as a reflection of Western society from classical Greece through the English Restoration, 1660-1700.
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A historical survey of theatre and drama as a reflection of Western society from the English Restoration through the 20th century.
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1.00 Credits
Half course or full course An opportunity for intensive exploration of a particular topic chosen by the instructor.
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Quarter course or non-credit. This course contains training, rehearsal, and performance in acting improvisation techniques, including on-the-spot improvisation, sketch comedy, uses of improv in pedagogy, and solo and ensemble improvisation as a creative technique. The ensemble will perform and offer seminars and workshops on campus as well as at area high schools, junior colleges, and civic events. Pass/No Pass grading. Repeatable for credit.
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Quarter course or non-credit. Practical study in all phases of theatre, including performance, technical production, and management. Students are required to average five hours of participation per week and to attend seminars arranged by theatre faculty and led by theatre professionals. Pass/No Pass grading. Repeatable for credit. Must be taken for credit to count toward major.
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