4 courses with the subject DAN, 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.
DAN 101Introduction to Dance4
Introduction to Dance: Surveying different genres, this course will provide an introduction to the creative and analytical components of dance. Through lectures, readings, discussions, viewing and critical writing, students will cultivate an understanding of the way this art form contributes to social, cultural and historical movements.
Dance Techniques: This class will offer an in-depth exploration of the principles and technique of an individual dance form. Studio practice will be supported by reading and written word. 194
Dance Repertory: This class explores the aesthetic and interpretive issues that arise in preparing presenting dance performance. Student dancers will work with faculty choreographers in the creation or reconstruction of a performance piece for public sharing.
DAN 240, or permission of instructor. (Offered as needed.)
DAN 360Dance Composition4
Dance Composition: This studio-based class introduces the principle and techniques of dance choreography. Class will explore fundamental concepts related to movement generation, structuring, and performance. Assignments encourage kinesthetic awareness and personal expression.