DAC 540SEM - Dance Making I: Resources

This course explores the art and craft of making dances. Choreographic structure and choreographic process are studied through assigned projects. Both traditional and non-traditional choreographic forms and choreographic tools are studied. This course is centered on the expressivity of movement, and challenges the student to make it visible. One focus is on skills: building the abilities to manipulate movement, work fruitfully with others, use sound and music effectively, and create form that is content. The other, and equally important, focus is on uncovering and developing each student’s individual artistic sense and vision. Students explore various inspiration/departure points for making solo, small group and larger group works. All techniques/styles may be used in project work. Students are expected to present and defend work in class via both verbal and written means.

Credits: 3