Maricopa Community Colleges  DAN150   19966-99999 
Official Course Description: MCCCD Approval: 06/25/96
DAN150 19966-99999 L+L 1 Credit(s) 3 Period(s)
Dance Performance I
An introduction to the process and practice of dance performance. May be repeated for a total of two (2) semester credit hours. Prerequisites: None.
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MCCCD Official Course Competencies:
 
DAN150   19966-99999 Dance Performance I
1. Describe the rehearsal/performance process used in professional settings. (I)
2. Describe the performers responsibilities in a professional setting. (II)
3. Demonstrate performance skills. (I)
4. Learn, retain, and perform choreography for a dance concert. (I)
5. Analyze performance. (II)
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MCCCD Official Course Outline:
 
DAN150   19966-99999 Dance Performance I
    I. The Rehearsal/Performance Process
        A. Casting
        B. Scheduling
        C. Preliminary rehearsals
        D. Technical rehearsals
        E. Dress rehearsals
        F. Performance
      II. Responsibilities of a Performer
          A. During rehearsal
            1. Attendance
            2. Attitude
            3. Practice
            4. Teamwork
          B. Performance
            1. Call
            2. Preparation
            3. Mental focus
            4. Projection
            5. Presenting a professional image before and behind the curtain
            6. Strike
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