Dance (DANCE)

DANCE 110 Introduction to the DanceF 2C,2std 0.5

Introduces the student to a broad perspective of Dance, (functional and expressive) in Western society and other societies. Emphasis on Work of Art in Western society.

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DANCE 111 The Elements of DanceW 2C,2std 0.5

Discussion and experience in the material, content and form of a work of art. Studio. Prablem solving in space, dynamics and rhythm. , Prereq: Dance 110 or consent of instructor

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DANCE 220 Socio-cultural Study of Western Dance._W 3C 0.5

Development and significance of dance as a social phenomenon in Western Society.

Prereq: Soc 101

Offered alternate years

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DANCE 221 Socio-cultural Study of Non-Western DanceW 3C 0.5

Development and significance of dance as a social phenomenon in non-Western Society.

Prereq: Soc 101 or Anth 102

Offered alternate years

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DANCE 225 Dance EthnologyW

Study of works of art in non-Western cultures, ie., India, Japan, China, Africa.

Prereq: Anth 102

Offered alternate years

2C,2std 0.5

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DANCE 230 Roots of Western Theatrical DanceF 2C,2std 0.5

History and cultural significance of dance up to and including Fokine and Duncan.

Prereq: for Dance students: Hist 105 or consent of instructor

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DANCE 231 History of Ballet in the Twentieth CenturyW 3C 0.5

A study of the factors affecting the Ballet in the 20th century from the advent of the Russians in Paris in 1909 to the influence of contemporary dance in recent years. Prereq: Dance 230.

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DANCE 233 A History of Modern DanceW 2C,2std 0.5

This course examines the major choreographic innovators who have philosophically and stylistically shaped the Modern dance idiom.

Prereq: Dance 230

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DANCE 242 Labanotation 1F 3C 0.5

A theoretical and practical introduction to Labanotation Prereq: Dance 294 or permission of instructor

Offered alternate years.

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DANCE 336 Philosophy and Criticism Part 1F 3c 0.5

This course will examine the literature of Dance Criticism historically and stylistically, and cultivate some practical skills in writing dance criticism through various class exercises and performance reviewing. Prereq: Dance 231 or 233

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DANCE 337 Philosophy and Criticism Part 2W 3C 0.5

This course examines the writings of various philosophers on the subject of dance; various aesthetic theories and their application to dance; and aesthetic issues that arise in dance specifically. Prereq: Phil 331 or Phil 333J or consent of instructor Offered alternate years beginning Winter 1980.

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DANCE 342 Labanotation 2W 3C 0.5

The course examines the intermediate theoretical concepts of Laban’s system for the graphic notation of human movement. Emphasis is given both to the reading and writing of notated dance scores, especially modern dance scores.

Prereq: Dance 242

Offered alternate years.

Course Descriptions Dance Group

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DANCE 346 Applied Movement Analysis (Part 1)W 3C O05

A theoretical and practical study of selected aspects of technique from an anatomical point of view.

Prereq: Kin 200, Dance 292 or 294 or equivalent Offered alternate years..

Dancé 347 Applied Movement Analysis (Part 2) Not offered 1979-80.

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DANCE 351 W

Ballet choreography Analysis and study of the themes and styles of 20th century ballets. Through film and studio experience. consideration is given to the adaptations of the classical idiom to the artistic trends of this century.

Prereq: Dance 111, 231 and 392

Offered alternate years.

2C,2std 0.5

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DANCE 364 Developmental Aspects of MovementF 2C,2std 0.5

A study integrating the cognitive and perceptual. developments in children and adolescents as they relate to motor development. Primary emphasis is placed on investigating movement experiences suitable for children.

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DANCE 412 Seminar in DanceW 3G 0.5

An examination of current and major issues in dance. Prereq: Honours Dance students only.

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DANCE 474 Directed Study on Special TopicsFLW 0.5

For the student who wishes to pursue a particular topic in depth through guided independent research and/or reading. A faculty member must approve a student's project prior to registration. This course may be repeated in subsequent terms.

Prereq: consent of faculty.

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DANCE 480 Workshop SeriesF,W

The following courses are designed to give the student an opportunity to take theoretical knowledges to the applied setting. Offerings each year are determined by student interests. Topics available include.

wkshp 0.5

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