Maricopa Community Colleges  DAN146   20084-99999 

Official Course Description: MCCCD Approval: 3-25-2008

DAN146  2008 Summer I – 2010 Fall

L+L  1.0 Credit(s)  3.0 Period(s)  2.4 Load  Acad

Tap Dance Ensemble

Introduction to the process and practice of dance performance, specific to the genre of tap dance.

Prerequisites: DAN140 or permission of Instructor.

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MCCCD Official Course Competencies:

 

DAN146  2008 Summer I – 2010 Fall

Tap Dance Ensemble

 

1.

Demonstrate performance skills. (I)

2.

Describe the rehearsal/performance process used in professional settings. (I)

3.

Learn, retain, and perform choreography for a dance concert. (I)

4.

Analyze performance. (I)

5.

Describe the performer's responsibilities in a professional setting. (II)

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MCCCD Official Course Outline:

 

DAN146  2008 Summer I – 2010 Fall

Tap Dance Ensemble

 

I. The Rehearsal/Performance Process

A. Casting

B. Scheduling

C. Preliminary rehearsals

D. Technical rehearsals

E. Dress rehearsals

F. Performance

II. Responsibilities of a Performer

A. During rehearsal

1. Attendance

2. Attitude

3. Practice

4. Teamwork

B. Performance

1. Call

2. Preparation

3. Mental Focus

4. Projection

5. Presenting a professional image before and behind the curtain

6. Strike

C. Post performance

1. Observation and critique of student and professional performances

 

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