Dance (DANCE)

DANCE 110 Introduction to the DanceF 2C,2T 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.

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. Problem solving in space, dynamics and rhythm.

Prereq: Dance 110 or consent of instructor

DANCE 220 Socio-cultural Study of Western DanceW 3C 0.5

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

Prereq: Soc 101

Offered alternate years

DANCE 221 Socio-cuitural 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 102A

Offered alternate years

DANCE 225 Dance EthnologyW

Study of works of art in non-Western cuitures, i.e. India, Japan, China, Africa.

Prereq: Anth 102A or consent of instructor. Offered alternate years.

2C,2std 0.5

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.

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 inftuence of contemporary dance in recent years.

Prereq: Dance 230

DANCE 233 A History of Modern DanceW 3c 0.5

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

Prereq: Dance 230

DANCE 241 Benesh Notation 1F 3C 0.5

A theoretical and practical introduction to Benesh Notation.

Prereq: 2 courses in Dance Technique

DANCE 242 Labanotation 1

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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

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 33J or consent of instructor. Offered alternate years.

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DANCE 341 Benesh Notation 2W 3C 0.5

This course examines the basic theoretical concepts of the Benesh system for the graphic notation of human movement. Emphasis is given both to the reading and writing of notated dance scores, especially ballet scores.

Prereq: Dance 241

DANCE 342 Labanotation 2

Listed without a description.

DANCE 346 Applied Movement Analysis (Part 1)

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DANCE 347 Applied Movement Analysis (Part 2)W 3C 0.5

A theoretical and practical study of dance movements utilizing qualitative biomechanical analysis.

Prereq: Dance 346 and Kin 321.

DANCE 351 Ballet Choreography

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DANCE 353 Modern Dance CompositionW 2C,2std 0.5

Analysis and study of the themes and styles of contemporary Modern dance. Through film and studio experience, consideration is given to experimental choreographic techniques and the trends for future dance.

Prereq: Dance 111, Dance 233 and Dance 394. Offered alternate years.

DANCE 364 Developmental Aspects of MovementF 2C,2T 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.

DANCE 410 Research Project

An independent research project on an approved topic, supervised by a faculty member. Required of all students enrolled in Honours Dance.

Dance 410 includes an approved design and the completion of the first segment of the paper. Prereq: depending upon the topic selected, the student is required to achieve at least 60% in appropriate courses. A complete listing is available in the departmental office. Dance 411 includes the completion of the project begun in Dance 410. Prereq: Dance 410

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DANCE 412 Seminar in Dance Dance 192 Basic Ballet 2, WW 3C 0.5 Dance 191 _— Basic Ballet 1, F

An examination of current and major issues in Dance 193 Basic Modern Dance 1, F dance. Dance 194 Basic Modern Dance 2, W Prereq: Honours Dance students only. Dance 197 ‘Folk Dance, F

DANCE 198 Basic Jazz 1, F

Listed without a description.

DANCE 474 Directed Study on Special Topics Dance 292 _—s Basic Ballet 4, WFLW 0.5 Dance 291 Basic Ballet 3, F

For the student who wishes to pursue a particular Dance 293 Basic Modern Dance 3, F topic in depth through guided independent research Dance 294 Basic Modern Dance 4, W and/or reading. A faculty member must approve a Dance 298 _— Basic Jazz 2, W student’s project prior to registration. This course Dance 391 Pre-elementary Ballet 1, F may be repeated in subsequent terms. Dance 392 Pre-elementary Ballet 2, W Prereq: Consent of faculty. Dance 391A Elementary Ballet 1, F

Dance 392A _ Elementary Ballet 2, W

DANCE 480 Workshop Series Dance 394 Elementary Modern Dance 2, WF,W wkshp 0.5 Dance 393 Elementary Modern Dance 1, F

The following courses are designed to give the Dance 398 Elementary Jazz 1, W student an opportunity to take theoretical Dance 491 Intermediate Ballet 1, F knowledges to the applied setting. Offerings each Dance 492 _ Intermediate Ballet 2, W year are determined by student interests. Topics Dance 491A Advanced Ballet 1, F available include: Dance 492A Advanced Ballet 2, W

Dance 493 _— Intermediate Modern Dance 1, F