Course Schedule and Catalog

Long Title: INTERMEDIATE MODERN DANCE

Department: Lifetime Physical Activity

Grade Mode: Standard Letter

Course Type: Activity Course

Credit Hours: 1

Description: An intermediate level modern dance class that incorporates a variety of modern dance techniques including: Graham, Holm, Hawkins, Limon, and Evans. The class places emphasis on correct anatomical alignment, breathe and release, rhythmic and spatial accuracy, and performance commitment. Students will be expected to master complex movement phrases and become familiar with stylistic and historic components of modern dance from the 1960's to the present. The class is for students who audition for Rice Dance Theatre and are accepted into the company. Auditions and class registration are held during the second week of classes. Class requirements include participation in a minimum of one rehearsal per week and a dance performance series near the end of the semester. ***Registration by audition only.*** Prerequisite: Successful completion of LPAP graduation requirement. Department Permission Required.Equivalency: LPAP 153. Repeatable for Credit.