Theater and Dance 216 - Mod 4/5 Tech & Repertory

Fall
2012
01
4.00
Paul Matteson

MW 04:00PM-05:30PM

Amherst College
THDA-216-01-1213F
WEBS 117
pmatteson@amherst.edu

This course will include studio sessions in contemporary modern/jazz dance technique at the intermediate/advanced level and rehearsal sessions to create original choreography; the completed piece(s) will be presented in concert at the end of the semester. The emphasis in the course will be to increase expressive range, technical skills and performance versatility of the dancer through the practice, creation and performance of technique and choreography. In addition, the course will include required readings, the viewing of dance videos and live performances to give an increased understanding of the historical and contemporary context for the work.  Audition for course enrollment will be held the first day of class.

Fall semester. Professor Matteson.

Permission is required for interchange registration during the add/drop period only.