Contemporary/Commercial

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 David Blake, guest tutors Tutor led Hours 1.5 x 30 = 45 hours Timetable 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