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  • BAL 111: Classical Ballet I

    3.00 Credits
    Point Park University

    A study of classical ballet technique and theory with an emphasis on proper placement and correct execution. Class placement is determined by student potential and previous training. Prerequisite: Freshmen Dance Major; 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) Demonstrate time, space, and energy when performing dance steps. (3) Perform positions and patterns using principles governing classical ballet such as stance, alignment, turn out, balance, weight transfer, weight distribution, and coordination. (4) Integrate the three oppositions of the torso to leg into barre and center work through grande allegro: 1.) ankle vs. same hip; 2.) leg vs. opposite side (vertical); 3.) leg vs. opposite back, rotation pressure (horizontal). (5) Demonstrate an ability to perform ballet techniques with a sense of dynamics, musicality, and artistry. (6) Demonstrate a knowledge and understanding of the ballet terminology. (7) Contribute and work cooperatively with classmates. (8) Identify areas needing change (the application of corrections) through observation and practice. (9) Increase intellectual awareness of the field through assignments.
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  • BAL 121: Classical Ballet II

    3.00 Credits
    Point Park University

    Continued study of classical ballet technique and theory with an emphasis on proper placement and correct execution at novice to intermediate level. Prerequisite: BAL 111. 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) Demonstrate time, space, and energy when performing dance steps. (3) Perform positions and patterns using principles governing classical ballet such as stance, alignment, turn out, balance, weight transfer, weight distribution, and coordination. (4) Integrate the three oppositions of the torso to leg into barre and center work through grande allegro: 1. ankle vs. same hip; 2. leg vs. opposite side (vertical); 3. leg vs. opposite back, rotation pressure (horizontal). (5) Demonstrate an ability to perform ballet techniques with a sense of dynamics, musicality, and artistry. (6) Demonstrate a knowledge and understanding of the ballet terminology. (7) Contribute and work cooperatively with classmates. (8) Identify areas needing change (the application of corrections) through observation and practice. (9) Increase intellectual awareness of the field through assignments.
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  • BAL 131: Pointe I

    1.00 Credits
    Point Park University

    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.
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  • BAL 141: Pointe II

    1.00 Credits
    Point Park University

    Basic techniques of dancing en pointe. An introduction to correct pointe positions and exercises to strengthen the feet and legs. Prerequisite: BAL 131. Course Objectives Upon successful completion of the course, students should be able to: (1) Recognize the necessity of maintaining body alignment appropriate to pointe work while performing complex movement sequences. (2) Identify appropriate articulation of the feet, ankles, knees and hips sur la pointe. (3) Demonstrate an 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.
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  • BAL 151: Male Technique I

    1.00 Credits
    Point Park University

    Specific attention to the technical requirements needed to perform classical male variations. 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 male technique work while performing complex movement sequences. (2) Identify appropriate articulation of the feet, ankles, knees and hips while executing large turns and jumps. (3) Demonstrate an ability to perform male technique with a sense of dynamics, musicality and artistry. (4) Demonstrate a knowledge and understanding of the ballet terminology as it applies to classical male variations. (5) Identify areas needing change (the application of corrections) through observation and practice. (6) Increase his/her intellectual awareness of the field through assignments.
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  • BAL 161: Male Technique II

    1.00 Credits
    Point Park University

    Specific attention to the technical requirements needed to perform classical male variations. Prerequisite: BAL 151. Course Objectives Upon successful completion of the course, students should be able to: (1) Recognize the necessity of maintaining body alignment appropriate to male technique work while performing complex movement sequences. (2) Identify appropriate articulation of the feet, ankles, knees and hips while executing large turns and jumps. (3) Demonstrate an ability to perform male technique with a sense of dynamics, musicality and artistry. (4) Demonstrate a knowledge and understanding of the ballet terminology as it applies to classical male variations. (5) Identify areas needing change (the application of corrections) through observation and practice. (6) Increase his/her intellectual awareness of the field through assignments.
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  • BAL 171: Pas de Deux I

    1.00 Credits
    Point Park University

    These courses introduce the basic technique required to perform classical partnering. Various styles, supported pirouettes, promenades and lifts will be included. 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 pas de deux work while performing complex movement sequences. (2) Learn the basics of weight sharing and balance involved in pas de deux work. (3) Demonstrate an ability to perform pas de deux technique with a sense of dynamics, musicality and artistry. (4) Identify areas needing change (the application of corrections) through observation and practice. (5) Increase his/her intellectual awareness of the field through assignments. (6) Contribute and work cooperatively with classmates.
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  • BAL 181: Pas de Deux II

    1.00 Credits
    Point Park University

    These courses introduce the basic technique required to perform classical partnering. Various styles, supported pirouettes, promenades and lifts will be included. Prerequisite: BAL 171. Course Objectives Upon successful completion of the course, students should be able to: (1) Recognize the necessity of maintaining body alignment appropriate to pas de deux work while performing complex movement sequences. (2) Learn the basics of weight sharing and balance involved in pas de deux work. (3) Demonstrate an ability to perform pas de deux technique with a sense of dynamics, musicality and artistry. (4) Identify areas needing change (the application of corrections) through observation and practice. (5) Increase his/her intellectual awareness of the field through assignments. (6) Contribute and work cooperatively with classmates.
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  • BAL 201: Supplemental Ballet III

    1.00 - 2.00 Credits
    Point Park University

    Additional studies in ballet. Prerequisite: BAL 121 or Instructor Placement. Course Objectives Upon successful completion of the course, students should be able to: (1) Demonstrate the ability to maintain body alignment appropriate to ballet while performing complex movement sequences. (2) Illustrate appropriate use of time, space, and energy when performing dance steps. (3) Perform positions and patterns using principles governing classical ballet such as stance, alignment, turn out, balance, weight transfer, weight distribution, and coordination. (4) Integrate the three oppositions of the torso to leg into barre and center work through grande allegro: 1.) ankle vs. same hip; 2.) leg vs. opposite side (vertical); 3.) leg vs. opposite back, rotation pressure (horizontal). (5) Demonstrate ability to perform ballet techniques with a sense of dynamics, musicality, and artistry. (6) Articulate the knowledge and understanding of the ballet terminology. (7) Contribute and work cooperatively with classmates. (8) Identify areas needing change (the application of corrections) through observation and practice. (9) Increase intellectual awareness of the field through assignments.
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  • BAL 202: Supplemental Ballet IV

    1.00 - 2.00 Credits
    Point Park University

    Additional studies in ballet. Prerequisite: BAL 201 or Instructor Placement. Course Objectives Upon successful completion of the course, students should be able to: (1) Demonstrate the ability to maintain body alignment appropriate to ballet while performing complex movement sequences. (2) Illustrate appropriate use of time, space, and energy when performing dance steps. (3) Perform positions and patterns using principles governing classical ballet such as stance, alignment, turn out, balance, weight transfer, weight distribution, and coordination. (4) Integrate the three oppositions of the torso to leg into barre and center work through grande allegro: 1.) ankle vs. same hip; 2.) leg vs. opposite side (vertical); 3.) leg vs. opposite back, rotation pressure (horizontal). (5) Demonstrate ability to perform ballet techniques with a sense of dynamics, musicality, and artistry. (6) Articulate the knowledge and understanding of the ballet terminology. (7) Contribute and work cooperatively with classmates. (8) Identify areas needing change (the application of corrections) through observation and practice. (9) Increase intellectual awareness of the field through assignments.
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