DAN-1010 Introduction to Dance

Credits 3
This course provides an exploration of the aesthetic and socio-cultural aspects that shape dance as an art form and entertainment, from its early historical origins to contemporary trends . A survey of the theories and styles of dance encompassing cultural and social dances from around the world to traditional western dance genres of ballet, modern, jazz, tap, and musical theatre dance are covered. The student learns how to classify dance as an art form and entertainment, identify artistic and social norms of world dance, recognize the creative and social impact of the dance genres, demonstrate dance movements, describe stylistic traits, and identify choreographic elements of dance.

Prerequisite(s): Reading readiness.
Course Outcomes

Describe dance as an art form and a form of entertainment.
Identify artistic and social norms from various historical eras of world dance.
Recognize the creative and social impact of individuals and companies in contemporary dance.
Demonstrate basic movements of the cultural-based and technique-based dance.
Describe stylistic traits that are artistically consistent within each dance style and historical period.
Identify choreographic elements common in all dance.