28 courses with the subject DNCE, each shown exactly as we captured it from the college's catalog, with every element we hold. Where the wording looks broken, that is our reading of the catalog, not the college's text.
DNCE 10000Dance Across Cultures (LA)
Surveys the varied forms, origins, and styles of social, spiritual, religious, and theatrical dance from around the world. Through lectures, discussions, and film viewings, provides a fundamental understanding of the development of diverse dance forms. Explores the rich tapestry of global dance traditions, enhancing appreciation and critical analysis of dance as a universal form of expression. (IRR) Attributes: CA, DV3 Credits
Functional Awareness for Dance is an introduction to human anatomy with an emphasis on the musculoskeletal system and principles of movement. It is designed to provide basic knowledge of the function of the human body as a means to facilitate the art of dancing. (F) 3 Credits
Weekly forum introducing principles and practices of various disciplines of dance, current trends, summer study, internships, networking, and auditions. Emphasizes cohort building. (F,Y) 1.5 Credits
Hands-on course exploring fundamental dance principles through guided improvisations, applicable across all genres. Provides a lab to explore personal movement invention and group interplay, solve problems spontaneously, take creative risks, and develop choreographic analytical skills. (F,Y) 2 Credits
Introductory analysis and practice of ballet technique. Students develop an understanding of fundamental ballet technique and terminology, body awareness, elasticity and rhythmic sense. May be repeated four times. (F,Y) 1 Credit
Introductory analysis and practice of modern dance technique. Students develop an understanding of body awareness and fundamentals of improvisation. Emphasis is placed on expressive body movement, warm-up exercises, and basic principles of form and improvisation. May be repeated four times. (F,Y) 1 Credit
Introductory analysis and practice of jazz dance technique for theatre performance. Students develop an understanding of fundamental movement principles, technique, and terminology. May be repeated four times. (F,Y) 1 Credit
DNCE 13900Rehearsal and Performance for Dance (NLA)
Laboratory participation in choreography rehearsal and performance of a dance production. Provides credit for assignments in dance choreography in performance. Evaluated by the faculty member in charge of the designated dance work. (IRR) 2 Credits
Introductory analysis and practice in tap dance technique. Students develop an understanding of tap dance styles, history of tap dance in stage and film, and terminology. May be repeated four times. (F,Y) 1 Credit
Examines the origins and development of ballet, modern, jazz, and tap dance in Western societies, considering the artistic, political, philosophical, and social forces that influenced the art form. Provides a foundation for evaluating significant dance figures and performances within their cultural, political, and societal contexts. (S,Y) Attributes: CA3 Credits
Introduces fundamental and universal principles of choreography applicable across all genres. Provides a lab to learn the craft of choreography through exercises, improvisations, and studies. Focuses on developing new material, experimenting with choreographic processes, and cultivating a critical voice in written and spoken form. Emphasizes solo choreographic studies. Prerequisites: DNCE 10400. (S,Y) 2 Credits
Continuation of DNCE 11100. Intermediate analysis and practice of ballet technique. Further development in building strength through flexibility and coordination. Permission of instructor required. May be repeated four times. Prerequisites: DNCE 11100. (S,Y) 1 Credit
Continuation of DNCE 12100. Intermediate analysis and practice of modern dance technique. Further development of skills in selected styles and techniques in the modern idiom. Permission of instructor required. May be repeated four times. Prerequisites: DNCE 12100. (S,Y) 1 Credit
Continuation of DNCE 13100. Intermediate work in analysis and practice of jazz dance technique in theatre performance, building on skills developed in beginning jazz and ballet classes. Permission of instructor required. May be repeated four times. Prerequisites: DNCE 13100 and DNCE 21100 (may be taken concurrently). (S,Y) 1 Credit
Intermediate course in tap technique designed to broaden awareness and skill in tap dance for stage and film. May be repeated four times. Prerequisites: DNCE 14100. (F,Y) 1 Credit
Builds on concepts from Dance Composition I, exploring complex compositional forms with an emphasis on duets and group works. Develops artistic voice, builds a repertory, and provides critical feedback while creating original pieces for a final performance. Culminates in a performance showcasing student dances. Prerequisites: DNCE 20400. (E,S) 2 Credits
Advanced technique course focusing on complex movements that strengthen the body and mind connection and increase personal expressiveness and artistry as a ballet dancer. Permission of instructor required. May be repeated four times. Prerequisites: DNCE 21100. (F,S,Y) 1 Credit
Advanced technique course focusing on modern dance skills designed to broaden the student's awareness of selected styles and technique in the modern idiom. Permission of instructor required. May be repeated four times. Prerequisites: DNCE 22100. (S,Y) 1 Credit
Advanced course in analysis and practice of jazz dance for theatre performance. Permission of instructor required. May be repeated four times. Prerequisites: DNCE 23100. (S,Y) 1 Credit
DNCE 33900Choreography Rehearsal and Performance (NLA)
Laboratory participation in choreography rehearsal and performance of a dance production. Students receive credit for assignments in dance choreography in performance. The student is evaluated by the faculty member in charge of the designated dance work. Prerequisites: Any DNCE at the 200 level. (Y) 2 Credits
Advanced course in tap technique designed to broaden awareness and skill in tap dance for stage and film. Permission of instructor required. May be repeated four times. Prerequisites: DNCE 24100. (S,Y) 1 Credit
Ongoing dance and movement practice for the advanced level pre-professional dancer. Focus is on integration of dance and movement skills with special attention on deepening the understanding and application of core strength with a wide range of movement and choreographic possibilities. Students are accepted into the course by audition. The course is repeatable up to four times.Prerequisites: Permission of instructor. (F,S,Y) 1 Credit
Advanced course in the techniques, forms, and styles of dance in musical theatre. Movement studies are performed to familiarize students with a variety of musical theatre dance styles focusing on mid 19th through early 20th century dance forms. Survey of the early history of dance in the American musical theatre through readings, lectures, class discussions, student research, and films. Permission of instructor required. Prerequisites: two courses of 200-level dance technique selected from DNCE 21100, DNCE 22100, DNCE 23100, or DNCE 24100. (F,S,Y) 2 Credits
First semester of a two-semester sequence for seniors to develop and implement a capstone project across an academic year. Students select and research a specific area of interest such as choreography, performance, somatic studies, dance education, dance studies, or community engagement. Prepares students to enter the dance profession. Prerequisites: Any DNCE course at 300 level. (F,Y) Attributes: CP1.5 Credits
Introduces educational theories and practices for teaching dance. Focuses on creating curricula and syllabi, leading diverse classes, developing effective teaching strategies, fostering an inclusive environment, and applying dance pedagogy in various educational settings. Prerequisites: DNCE 30500. (S) 2 Credits
Second semester of a two-semester sequence for seniors to develop and implement a capstone project across an academic year. Students complete the senior project through a faculty- and peer-mentored process. Prerequisites: DNCE 40000. (S,Y) 3 Credits
Advanced technique course, including pointe work, with emphasis on barre and center work. Focus on development of leg strength and learning variations from full length ballets. Repeatability up to 6 credits. Prerequisites: DNCE 31100. (IRR) 1 Credit
