DAN-2300 High Intermediate Ballet I

Credits 2
This course is an entry-level high intermediate study of the classical ballet technique. At the barre, students execute exercises with a minimum of three-step combinations in multiple patterns. Emphasis is placed on balances on one leg, relevés on one leg, and 90 degrees or above extensions. In the center, students demonstrate two musically phrased center adagio sequences to include single-leg balances and a leg extension of 90 degrees, or greater, in a minimum of two positions. Additionally, students demonstrate a pirouette combination with a double pirouette en dehors and a double pirouette en dedans. In the center, students execute a petit allegro of 24 counts that focuses on musicality. Across the floor, students execute a grand allegro of 24 counts with an emphasis on elevation. Students evaluate a professional performance of classical ballet on the technical challenges of performing a grand pas de deux. There is a final class performance that highlights an entry-level high intermediate skill at the end of the course.
Prerequisite(s): DAN-2220 or permission of the Academic Coordinator of Dance.
Course Outcomes

Execute barre exercises with a minimum of three-step combinations in multiple patterns.
Demonstrate two center adagio sequences.
Demonstrate a pirouette combination with a double pirouette en dehors and a double pirouette en dedans.
Demonstrate a petit and grand allegro combination of 24 counts each that highlights musicality and elevation.
Perform an entry-level high intermediate choreographed dance.
Evaluate a professional performance of classical ballet on the technical challenges of a grand pas de deux.