Module Specification
Theory of turning & basic jumping Dance vocabulary and technical terms Introduction of basic combinations Term 2 Continuation and development of first term’s work Routines in preparation for auditions for BA level courses Development of personality and interpretation Further development of adagio and allegro Term 3 Continuation and development of first two terms’ work Spatial awareness
Contemporary/Commercial Tutor Tutor led Hours Timetable
David Blake, guest tutors 1.5 x 30 = 45 hours 1 x 1.5 hour class each week
Aims To enable you to begin the acquisition of • the basic technical dance skills that will assist and develop a wider spectrum of dance styles in musical theatre • use of the body in a dynamic and safe manner • an understanding of Horton technique What will I be expected to achieve? On successful completion of this unit, you will be expected to be able to demonstrate:
Skills • • •
progress in technique body dynamics and communication musicality and rhythm
Knowledge and Understanding • •
an understanding of safety in dance to ensure an injury free career an awareness of the musicality and subtlety of contemporary technique in relation to Musical Theatre training
How will I learn? The technique is a contemporary technique, which bases its skills on body mechanics and conditioning. Term 1 Preparation for Dance: basic warm up, stretch, limbering and strengthening Correct Posture, body alignment, use of footwork, legs and Port De Bras Body Awareness and placing 44
