Dance (DANCE)

DANCE 110 Introduction to DanceF 2C,2T 0.5

A survey of the evolution of dance as both ritual and art. Extensive viewing of films as well as lectures and workshop sessions. No dance background necessary.

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

An in-depth examination, practical and theoretical, of the formal and thematic components of dance. Studio sessions deat with problem solving in space, dynamics and rhythm. No dance background necessary.

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DANCE 230 Roots of Western Theatre DanceF 2C,1std. 0.5

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

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DANCE 232 Survey of Ballet HistoryF 3C 0.5

This course examines the development of ballet from the Renaissance to contemporary times, focusing on the nature of dance of the past and its changes within a cultural context. Major personalities, events and forms, as well as social influences are assessed for their impact on the art.

Not for Dance Majors

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DANCE 233 A History of Modern DanceW 3C 0.5

This course examines the major choreographic innovators, who have philosophicaily and stylistically shaped the modern dance idiom.

Prereq: DANCE 230

Offered alternate years

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DANCE 234 Women in Western Theatre DanceF 3hrs/wk 0.5

The achievements of women in. dance will be viewed in the context of the woman's place in artistic and social hierarchies, as well as in the light of the disadvantages and advantages experienced due to being female. Autobiographies, biographies, films, videos, and historical accounts will be consulted.

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DANCE 242 Labanotation 1F 3C 0.5

A theoretical and practical introduction to

Labanotation to the elementary level. Prereq: Two courses in dance tech

nique or consent of the instructor Offered alternate years

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DANCE 264A Developmental Aspects of MovementF 2C IT

A study integrating the theoretical and applied aspects of motor and perceptual motor development in children and adolescents. Tutorials will emphasize creative dance activities for school-age children. Opportunity is available to work with children in an applied setting. Prereq: DANCE 111 Antireq: DANCE 264B and 264C

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DANCE 264B Developmental Aspects of MovementF 2C IT

A study integrating the theoretical and’ applied aspects of motor and perceptual motor development in children and adolescents. Tutorials will focus on movement education with preschool children. Opportunity is available to work with children in an applied setting.

Prereq: Early Childhood Education Students only

Antireq: DANCE 264A and 264C

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DANCE 264C Developmental Aspects of MovementF 2C IT

A study integrating the theoretical and applied aspects of motor and perceptual motor development in children and adolescents. Tutorials will examine children in an applied setting.

Antireq: DANCE 264A and 264B

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DANCE 336 Dance CriticismF 3C 0.5

This course examines critical dance literature historically and stylistically, and introduces students to practical skills in writing dance criticism.

Prereq: DANCE 231 or 233

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DANCE 342 Labanotation 2W 3C 0.5

This course examines the basic theoretical concepts of Labanotation to the intermediate level. Emphasis is placed both on reading and writing dance scores.

Prereq: DANCE 242

Offered alternate years

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DANCE 343 An Historical Survey of Dance Notation SystemsF 3 1/2hrs/wk 0.5

A survey of graphical systems for recording dance, from the basse notation of the late 15th century to the universally applied systems of the present.

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DANCE 351 Ballet ChoreographyW 2C.2std 0.5

Analysis and study of themes and styles of 20th-century ballet. Through film and studio experience, consideration is given to the adaptation of the classical idiom to the. artistic trends of the century.

Prereq: DANCE 111, 231 and 192D

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DANCE 410 Honours Dance Major Paper3C

Students will examine dance research from different approaches including experimental, descriptive, ethnological, historical and philosophical. Prereq: Honours Dance students only Students must register in one of the following.

DANCE 410A and

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DANCE 412 Seminar in DanceW 3C 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 TopicsF,W 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: Permission of instructor

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DANCE 480 Workshop SeriesF,W wkshp 0.5

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.

Course Descriptions 16:35 Dance

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