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  • BAL 211: Classical Ballet III

    3.00 Credits
    Point Park University

    A continuation of ballet technique with an emphasis on technical proficiency and musicality. 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 221: Classical Ballet IV

    3.00 Credits
    Point Park University

    A continuation of ballet technique with an emphasis on technical proficiency and musicality. Prerequisite: BAL 211. 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 231: Pointe III

    1.00 Credits
    Point Park University

    A continuation of BAL 141 with particular emphasis placed on increasing strength and executing movements on one leg. Prerequisite: BAL 141. 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 241: Pointe IV

    1.00 Credits
    Point Park University

    A continuation of BAL 231 with particular emphasis placed on increasing strength and executing movements on one leg. Prerequisite: BAL 231. 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 251: Male Technique III

    1.00 Credits
    Point Park University

    A continuation of BAL 161 with emphasis on study of selected male variations. Prerequisite: BAL 161. 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 261: Male Technique IV

    1.00 Credits
    Point Park University

    A continuation of BAL 251 with emphasis on study of selected male variations. Prerequisite: BAL 251. 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 271: Pas de Deux III

    1.00 Credits
    Point Park University

    A continuation of BAL 181 with emphasis on techniques of partnering and studies of selected classical pas de deux. Prerequisite: BAL 181. 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 281: Pas de Deux IV

    1.00 Credits
    Point Park University

    A continuation of BAL 271 with emphasis on techniques of partnering and studies of selected classical pas de deux. Prerequisite: BAL 271. 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 291: Ballet Repertoire

    1.00 Credits
    Point Park University

    This course is an introduction to classical and neoclassical ballet repertoire focusing on the technical, stylistic, musical and artistic standards of each work. Classes will culminate in an informal performance at semester end. Prerequisite: Sophomore standing. Course Objectives Upon successful completion of the course, students should be able to: (1) The student will be proficient in the proper use of alignment, placement, oppositions and turnout while executing the technical range of repertoire. (2) The student will further develop precision, strength, core strength, endurance, and flexibility while performing repertoire. (3) The student will develop a better understanding of the flow of energy needed to execute classical lines and classical port de bras while performing repertoire. (4) The student will further develop the proper use of head, epaulement, and focus in pointe technique. (5) The student will develop personal style with the use of expression, music interpretation, movement phrasing, and focus. (6) The student will implement change (the application of corrections) through observation and practice. (7) The student will demonstrate a sense of discipline and appropriate attitude for the class and group environment. (8) The student will increase his/her intellectual awareness of the field through assignments.
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  • BAL 301: Supplemental Ballet V

    0.00 Credits
    Point Park University

    Additional studies in ballet. Prerequisite: BAL 202 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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