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Theatre and Dance
DA280 Anatomy and Kinesiology for the Performing Artist 3 credits
This course explores the human body and how it functions in relation to the performer’s body. Students
learn through readings, lectures, class discussions, and in-class projects. There is a special focus on
muscular and skeletal systems, prevention and care of injuries, and conditioning.
DA310 Tap III 2 credits
This course offers an intermediate level of tap dance technique. Students are introduced to syncopation
and performance styles, and continue to build a strong tap dance vocabulary. Prerequisites: DA210 and
consent of instructor.
DA320 Jazz III 2 credits
This course offers an intermediate level of jazz dance technique. Students are introduced to rhythmical
phrasing and continue to build a strong jazz dance vocabulary. Prerequisites: DA220 and consent of
instructor.
DA330 Modern III 2 credits
This course provides an intermediate level of modern dance technique and vocabulary furthering the
exploration of improvisation. Prerequisites: DA230 and consent of instructor.
DA340 Ballet III 2 credits
An intermediate level of classical ballet, concentrating on extended vocabulary and the advancement of
technique. Prerequisites DA240 and consent of instructor.
DA361 Irish Dance Pedagogy and Application I 1 credit
This course prepares students and gives them the necessary tools for teaching Irish dance. Students
are taught techniques for establishing an effective class environment as well as teaching techniques.
Additionally, the appropriate progression for introducing various dances is covered. Students are actively
engaged in student teaching. Intended for experienced Irish dancers; consent of instructor required.
DA362 Irish Dance Pedagogy and Application II 1 credit
This course prepares students and gives them the necessary tools for teaching Irish dance. Students
are taught techniques for establishing an effective class environment as well as teaching techniques.
Additionally, the appropriate progression for introducing various dances is covered. Students are
actively engaged in student teaching. Intended for experienced Irish dancers; consent of instructor
required.
DA365 Musical Theatre Dance 2 credits
This course is designed to enhance students’ understanding of and ability to perform dances of the
modern American musical stage. Students learn techniques and styles of contemporary dance as it is
specifically applied to musical theatre, emphasizing theatre dance styles from the 1920s to the present.
The course also encompasses research of the styles of major musical theatre choreographers and
performers noteworthy for their musical dance innovations. Offered fall semester. Prerequisite: one of
the following: DA210, DA220, DA230, DA240.
DA370 Dance Composition 2 credits
This course explores basic choreographic methods with an emphasis placed on improvisation as a
vehicle to creating movement phrases. Students also learn through readings, lectures, class discussions,
and in-class projects. Prerequisites: level II or higher dance technique class and/or consent of instructor.
DA380 Dance History 3 credits
This course provides an in-depth survey of the history of concert dance forms, including ballet, modern
dance, jazz dance and tap dance. Discussion, assignments and text provide background concerning
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