DAN 111 - Ballet 1, Experimental

1. Demonstrate the ability to maintain body alignment appropriate to ballet while performing complex movement sequences.
2. Illustrate appropriate use of time, space and energy when performing dance steps.
3. Perform positions and patterns using principles governing classical ballet.
4. Demonstrate an ability to perform ballet techniques with a sense of dynamics, musicality and artistry.
5. Demonstrate a knowledge and understanding of the ballet terminology.
6. Contribute and work cooperatively with classmates.
7. Identify areas of ballet movement needing change through observation and practice.
8. Identify the major periods of ballet history and training techniques.

1. Basic ballet positions and patterns
2. Basic ballet body, hand and feet placement in stances
3. Balance, weight transfer, weight distribution and coordination
4. Barre work including plié, relevé, battement tendu
5. Center work (recapitulation of barre work in unsupported fashion)
6. Pirouettes en dehors and en dedans
7. Petite Allegro
8. Grand Allegro
9. Ballet history

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