Dec 30, 2024

2018-19 Undergraduate Catalog

2018-19 Undergraduate Catalog [ARCHIVED CATALOG]

TH 228 Dance Techniques for Musical Theater

(3 credits)
This beginning level dance technique class focuses on styles and performance elements of dance for musical theater. Through warm-up exercises and movement combinations, both set and improvisational, students will build a foundation of skills needed to dance in musical theater productions. Disciplines explored include jazz, ballet, African, tap, modern dance, partnering, ensemble work, solo work, floor work, hip hop and improvisation. Students will improve stamina, strength, range of movement, and performance commitment, and will acquire a deeper understanding of the challenges of musical theater dance.