Dance A - Choreography & Technique Mastery
Length of Course
Semester A
Level
Year 10
Learning Area
Performing Arts
Core or Specialist
Specialist
Pre-requisites
Year 9 Dance is desired.
Subject Description
Choreography & Technique Mastery
In year 10 dance, students will continue to strengthen their appreciation and understanding of dance through both practical and theoretical components. Students will continue to explore various dance styles and techniques and creating more complex choreography. Students will showcase multiple dances pieces at our dance and Performing Arts showcases.
Year 10 dance aims to enhance students’ physical capabilities, artistic talents and critical thinking skills to prepare them for future dance studies.
Content
- Applying their dance understanding to choreographic devices and structures
- Preparing for and participating in group performances.
- Developing stage presence, confidence and the ability to engage the audience.
- Exploring and strengthen their knowledge in different dance genres such as Contemporary, Jazz, Hip-Hop, Ballet and cultural dances.
- Creating and performing original dance compositions.
- Developing proficiency in various dance techniques specific to different genres.
- Practicing core dance elements: alignment, balance, flexibility, coordination and control
- Applying knowledge of safe dance practices to prevent injuries and enhance physical performance.
- Investigate the origins and development of various dance styles and genres
Assessment
There are practical and theoretical assessments in this subject.
Pathways
Stage 1 Dance
Stage 1 Musical
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Year 10 - Dance A - Choreography & Technique Mastery