Introduction to Dance Theory 2

Subject guarantor:

Helena KAZÁROVÁ

Name of lecturer(s):

Helena KAZÁROVÁ

Learning outcomes of the course unit:

The semester aim is to delve more deeply into the issues of creating a dance and its presentation in musical theatre.

Mode of study:

Presentation of given issues with text readings and examples, subsequent discussions.

Prerequisites and co-requisites:

Completion of Introduction to Dance Theory 1.

Recommended optional programme components:

No elective requirements.

Course contents:

Basic types of dance movement according to Theleur, Didelot, Cecchetti and the modern differentiation according to the Language of Dance Center method. Analysis of dance movement according to the Jooss-Leeder method. Expression quality of movement originating in these methods. Principles of the expression and significance achieved by the formation of dancers on the stage - formations for pairs and groups. Lanes of movement about stage and their creation of meaning.

Recommended or required reading:

Jenčík, Joe: Tanec a jeho tváření. Praha 1926

Winnearlis, Jane: The Jooss-Leeder Method.

The seven movements of Dance.In: Dance Research

Planned learning activities and teaching methods:

Lecture

Assessment methods and criteria:

Credit is awarded based on participation in lectures and completion and presentations of tasks which will be assigned to students. An oral exam over the topics covered. The grading is comprised of: 20% participation in class hours, 40% quality of task presentation, 35% oral exam.

Course web page:

Note:

none

Schedule for winter semester 2012/2013:

The schedule has not yet been prepared

Schedule for summer semester 2012/2013:

The schedule has not yet been prepared

The subject is a part of the following study plans:

• Obor Choreografie (Bc) (next compulsory subject)
• Obor Taneční věda (Bc) (next compulsory subject)