The process of learning the philosophical, theoretical, and technical aspects of dance in education covering Movement Fundamentals, Folk Forms, Ballet, Creative Modern, Jazz, and Children's Dance. The class will utilize techniques from mime, acrobatics, fencing and social dance forms from the Renaissance period through contemporary ballroom and swing forms. An examination of the creative process of theatrical design covers theory, analysis, interpretation, and decision-making involving basic design elements and principles. Includes some design history, along with projects in design. Involves script analysis and criticism from a dramaturgical perspective.
Topics vary and are announced in the class schedule.
Topics vary and are announced in the class schedule. Culminates in a public performance or work associated with a public performance. Dancers prepare to perform in the annual Westmont Spring Dance Concert. Excerpts from the concert will be submitted to the Santa Barbara Dance Alliance for inclusion in their concerts, and to the Sacred Dance Guild. Active participation in a major dramatic production of Westmont theatre arts.