SRJC Course Outlines

12/9/2024 2:44:41 PMTHAR 11.8 Course Outline as of Fall 2005

Changed Course
CATALOG INFORMATION

Discipline and Nbr:  THAR 11.8Title:  PERFORM DANCE CONCERT  
Full Title:  Performance: Dance Concert
Last Reviewed:8/26/2024

UnitsCourse Hours per Week Nbr of WeeksCourse Hours Total
Maximum1.00Lecture Scheduled017.5 max.Lecture Scheduled0
Minimum.50Lab Scheduled08 min.Lab Scheduled0
 Contact DHR3.00 Contact DHR52.50
 Contact Total3.00 Contact Total52.50
 
 Non-contact DHR0 Non-contact DHR Total0

 Total Out of Class Hours:  0.00Total Student Learning Hours: 52.50 

Title 5 Category:  AA Degree Applicable
Grading:  Grade Only
Repeatability:  34 - 4 Enrollments Total
Also Listed As: 
Formerly:  THAR 61.8

Catalog Description:
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Preparation and presentation of a full theatrical dance performance for public performance.

Prerequisites/Corequisites:


Recommended Preparation:

Limits on Enrollment:
By audition only.

Schedule of Classes Information
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Preparation and presentation of a full theatrical dance concert for public performance.
(Grade Only)

Prerequisites:
Recommended:
Limits on Enrollment:By audition only.
Transfer Credit:CSU;UC.
Repeatability:34 - 4 Enrollments Total

ARTICULATION, MAJOR, and CERTIFICATION INFORMATION

Associate Degree:Effective:Inactive:
 Area:
 
CSU GE:Transfer Area Effective:Inactive:
 
IGETC:Transfer Area Effective:Inactive:
 
CSU Transfer:TransferableEffective:Spring 2005Inactive:
 
UC Transfer:TransferableEffective:Spring 2005Inactive:
 
C-ID:

Certificate/Major Applicable: Certificate Applicable Course



COURSE CONTENT

Outcomes and Objectives:
At the conclusion of this course, the student should be able to:
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Upon completion of the course, the student will be able to:
1.  Demonstrate professionalism and knowledge of the responsibilities of a
   dancer associated with performing in a dance concert.
2.  Demonstrate dance performance skills on stage such as projection,
   clarity of movement, and energy.
3.  Recognize and solve many of the problems associated with the
   adaptation of dance from the studio to the theatrical production.
4.  Perform those dance skills that are required by a choreographer
   for a specific dance piece.
5.  Apply traditional theatrical terminology and protocol in the context
   of a dance concert.
6.  Integrate dance technique with performance proficiency, as a performer
   in dance productions.
From production to production the dance(s) performed will vary, placing
new and different demands on the performer. The following are examples of
factors that will change in each subsequent production thus providing a
new learning experience for the repeating student:
 - The choreographers (faculty and students) and their particular
   requirements for their work
 - The style and required performance qualities for a particular piece
 - The genre of the choreography (modern, jazz, ballet, hip-hop, etc.)
 - Whether the pieces are solos, duets, trios, or ensemble works
 - Specialized skills required by the choreography such as partnering,
   acrobatics, pointe work, improvisation, characterization

Topics and Scope
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I.   Adaptation From Studio to Stage Space
    A.  Challenges of performing dance in the stage environment
        1.  Costume considerations
            a.  Impact on execution of dances
            b.  Costume changes
        2.  Impact of stage lighting
        3.  Sightlines
        4.  Exits and entrances
        5.  Working with props and sets
    B.  Stage spacing and focus
    C.  Basics of stage makeup application
II.  Application of Performance Techniques Relevant to Dance
    A.  Projection and focus
    B.  Displaying performance energy
    C.  Facial expression
    D.  Strategies for addressing performance anxiety
    E.  Handling audience responses
    F.  Handling the unexpected
III. Curtain Call Do's and Don'ts
IV.  Performance Warm-up (Group and Individual)
V.   Personal Preparation for Performance Such as Centering Techniques
VI.  Performance Protocol
    A.  Theatrical terminology
    B.  Backstage conventions and etiquette
VII. Professional Standards for Rehearsal and Performance
VIII.Strike

Assignments:
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1.  Preparation of rehearsal material as demanded by the production
   schedule.
2.  Performance of assigned roles in a conscientious and dedicated manner
   in rehearsals,including technical/dress rehearsals, and performances.
3.  Attendance and prompt arrival for meetings (1 orientation meeting
   and cast meetings prior to dress rehearsal and each performance),
   makeup calls, costume fittings, and/or photography calls.
4.  Organization, maintenance, and return of costumes.
5.  Participation in strike.

Methods of Evaluation/Basis of Grade.
Writing: Assessment tools that demonstrate writing skill and/or require students to select, organize and explain ideas in writing.Writing
0 - 0%
None
This is a degree applicable course but assessment tools based on writing are not included because skill demonstrations are more appropriate for this course.
Problem solving: Assessment tools, other than exams, that demonstrate competence in computational or non-computational problem solving skills.Problem Solving
0 - 0%
None
Skill Demonstrations: All skill-based and physical demonstrations used for assessment purposes including skill performance exams.Skill Demonstrations
60 - 80%
Class performances, Performance exams
Exams: All forms of formal testing, other than skill performance exams.Exams
0 - 0%
None
Other: Includes any assessment tools that do not logically fit into the above categories.Other Category
20 - 40%
Professionalism Initialing of callboard, Strike


Representative Textbooks and Materials:
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Instructor prepared materials

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