DAN-240 Dance Composition 1

Introduction to choreography, composition, performance, and the process involved in assembling a full evening of dance, including publicity, lighting, concert structure, and exit strategies. Students will participate in a dance audition, attend rehearsals, choreograph in-class projects, discuss current issues facing today's performing dance world (gigs, gender equity, pay, and venues), and perform on stage at the end of the semester. Note: May be repeated once for a total of six credits.