Beginning techniques of Japanese dance. Repeatable three times.

Beginning techniques of Korean dance. Repeatable three times.

Beginning techniques of Okinawan dance. Repeatable three times.

Beginning techniques of Philippine dance. Repeatable three times.

Introduction to classical ballet technique. Repeatable three times.

Continuation of beginning classical ballet technique. Repeatable three times. Pre: 121 or consent.

Introduction to contemporary dance technique. Repeatable three times.

Introduction to jazz dance technique. Repeatable two times.

Survey the development of major dance styles and their relationship to contemporary choreography.

Elements of music and relationship to dance; emphasis on rhythmic analysis. (Alt. years)

Low intermediate ballet technique. Repeatable three times. Pre: 122 or consent.

Low intermediate modern dance technique. Repeatable three times.

Survey class introducing theater management, lighting, costuming, scenery, and other aspects of theatre that relate to producing stage performances. (Cross-listed as THEA 240)

Survey class introducing theater management, lighting, costuming, scenery, and other aspects of theatre that relate to producing stage performances. (Cross-listed as THEA 240)

Introduction to general design principles as applied to theatre. Will introduce the language and tools of visual literacy and visual communications via individual projects and collaboration. Repeatable two times. (Cross-listed as THEA 245)

Overview of global perspectives on dance, with emphasis on Asia and the Pacific, and related concepts.

Organized somatic systems as a framework for understanding movement and dance techniques. Required for majors. Repeatable two times.

Performance and techniques at the introductory level. Repeatable up to eight credits.

Performance and techniques at the introductory level.

Performance and techniques at the introductory level.

Performance and techniques at the introductory level.

Performance and techniques at the introductory level.

Performance and techniques at the introductory level.

Performance and techniques at the introductory level.

Performance and techniques at the introductory level.

Ancient style. Pre: upper division standing or consent. A-F only. (Cross-listed as MUS 312)

Intermediate ballet technique. Repeatable four times. Pre: 222 or consent.

Intermediate modern dance technique. Repeatable four times. Pre: 232 or consent.

Basic Taijiquan (T’ai Chi Ch’uan) movement training. Repeatable two times. Pre: sophomore standing or higher, or consent. (Cross-listed as THEA 334)

Basic principles of lighting design and associated technologies. Includes functions and properties of light, lighting and control equipment, working procedures, and drafting and paperwork techniques. Pre: DNCE/ THEA 240 or consent. (Once a year) (Cross-listed as THEA 345)

Workshop introducing the basic principles and approaches of scenic design for theatre and dance, with emphasis on the creative process. Pre: a course in THEA or DNCE, production experience, or consent. (Consent required for production experience option) (Cross-listed as THEA 353)

Workshop on basic principles of costume construction for theatre and dance. Professional practices, materials, and methods. (Cross-listed as THEA 354)

Basic principles and approaches to costume design for theatre and dance. Visual communication methods, creative process, historical research, and organizational practices. Repeatable one time. Pre: 250, THEA 240, or consent. (Cross-listed as THEA 356)

Practical information for dance students on diet and nutrition, anatomy, training and conditioning, and injury prevention. Pre: 260 or consent.

Elementary theory of Labanotation with practical application in scoring and reconstructing dances. (Alt. years)

Introductory theory of digital technology for dance with practical applications in documentation and performance. (Alt. years)

Introduces movement improvisation to all levels and disciplines. Movement studies will explore improvisation approaches, devices, elements, exercises, and implications to gain skills in and appreciation for the art of improvisation. Repeatable one time.

Elementary techniques and theories for dance-making. Pre: 370 or consent.

Intermediate techniques and theories for dance-making. Pre: 371 or consent.

Performance and techniques at intermediate level. Repeatable up to eight credits. Pre: 301 or consent.

Performance and techniques at intermediate level. Repeatable up to eight credits. Pre: 302 or consent.

Performance and techniques at intermediate level. Repeatable up to eight credits. Pre: 303 or consent.

Performance and techniques at intermediate level. Repeatable up to eight credits. Pre: 304 or consent.

Performance and techniques at intermediate level. Repeatable up to eight credits. Pre: 305 or consent.

Performance and techniques at intermediate level. Repeatable up to eight credits. Pre: 306 or consent.

Performance and techniques at intermediate level. Repeatable up to eight credits. Pre: 307 or consent.

Performance and techniques at intermediate level. Repeatable up to eight credits. Pre: 311 or consent.

Ancient style. Pre: 312 or consent. (Cross-listed as MUS 412)

Ancient style; hâlau protocol. Repeatable nine times. Pre: 412. (Cross-listed as MUS 413)

Advanced ballet technique. Repeatable six times. Pre: 321 or consent

Advanced contemporary dance technique. Repeatable six times. Pre: 331 or consent.

Special workshops in movements relating to specific departmental theatrical productions beyond the scope of movement taught in 437 and 438. Repeatable one time. Pre: one of 435 or THEA 435, or consent. (Alt. years) (Cross-listed as THEA 433)

Intermediate-level Taijiquan (T’ai Chi Ch’uan) movement training. Repeatable two times. Pre: 334 or consent. (Cross-listed as THEA 434)

Training actors to discover experientially the sources of movement; to teach skills for analyzing movement for its mechanical, anatomical, spatial, and dynamic content; and then to apply these skills in a role. Pre: THEA 222 or consent. (Cross-listed as THEA 435)

Detailed development of material presented in 435. Focus on Bartenieff fundamentals and movement analysis as it applies to the physical interpretation of theatrical roles. Pre: 435 or THEA 435, or consent. (Alt. years) (Cross-listed as THEA 436

Movement styles and social deportment of European societies in the Renaissance and early Baroque periods. Pre: 435 or THEA 435, one semester of a 100-level dance technique class; or consent. (Alt. years) (Cross-listed as THEA 437)

Movement styles and social deportment of the Baroque and pre-Romantic periods in Europe and the American colonies. Pre: 435 or THEA 435, one semester of a 100-level dance technique class; or consent. (Alt. years) (Cross-listed as THEA 438)

Theatrical dance forms used in 20th-century musical theater. Pre: 100 level or above dance technique class, 421, or consent. (Alt. years) (Cross-listed as THEA 439)

Costume production techniques, both Western and Asian, for theatre and dance. Topic rotation includes: understructures and armatures, patterning, tailoring, dyeing, fabric modification, millenery and crafts, within the context of current industry practice. Repeatable two times. A-F only. Pre: 354, 356, or consent. (Cross-listed as THEA 446)

Advanced costume design for theatre and dance. Introduction to collaborative process in costume. Intensive work on rendering skills, applied to various design problems. Cost analysis and organizational techniques. Pre: 356 or consent. (Cross-listed as THEA 456)

Field experiences in relevant contexts under professional and faculty supervision. Repeatable one time. CR/NC only. Pre: upper division standing and consent.

Performance in various dance styles and settings. Repeatable eight times.

Preparation of standard and new works for performance. Repeatable three times. Pre: consent.

Dance activities for young people. Appropriate for teachers, group workers, recreation majors, and others working with children. Also adults with special needs. Supervised field activities.

Individual choreographic project; student choreographs, performs, and oversees all technical aspects of a creative project; tutorial. A-F only. Pre: 372, senior standing, and consent.