Maricopa Community Colleges  DAN150   19966-99999 

Official Course Description: MCCCD Approval: 6-25-1996

DAN150  1996 Fall – 2010 Fall

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

Dance Performance I

An introduction to the process and practice of dance performance.

Prerequisites: None.

 

Course Notes: DAN150 may be repeated for a total of two (2) semester credit hours.

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MCCCD Official Course Competencies:

 

DAN150  1996 Fall – 2010 Fall

Dance Performance I

 

1.

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

2.

Describe the performers responsibilities in a professional setting. (II)

3.

Demonstrate performance skills. (I)

4.

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

5.

Analyze performance. (II)

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MCCCD Official Course Outline:

 

DAN150  1996 Fall – 2010 Fall

Dance Performance I

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

 

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