Dance
50 courses · San Diego Mesa College · 2026-2027 Catalog
Classes: Fall 2026 · Spring 2027
DANC 112A Ballet I
- Units
- 1.5
- Hours
- 8 - 9 hours lecture/48-54 hours lab
Ballet I is a course in fundamental ballet technique focusing on correct body alignment and placement through warm-up, alignment, barre and center exercises in preparation for ballet movements. Students analyze, discuss, and critique the intent, movement, performance and theatrical elements of ballet movements at a fundamental level. This course is designed for dance majors and all students interested in Ballet.
DANC 112B Ballet II
- Units
- 1.5
- Hours
- 8 - 9 hours lecture/48-54 hours lab
- Advisory
- DANC 112A with a Grade of "C" or better, or equivalent
Ballet II is a course in beginning ballet technique focusing on correct body alignment and placement through repetition at warm-up, alignment, barre and center exercises in preparation for ballet movements. Students analyze ballet dance in comparison to another dance genre, regarding thematic content or intent, music, and theatrical elements. This course is designed for dance majors and all students interested in Ballet.
DANC 112C Ballet III
- Units
- 1.5
- Hours
- 8 - 9 hours lecture/48-54 hours lab
- Advisory
- DANC 112B with a Grade of "C" or better, or equivalent
Ballet III is a course in intermediate ballet technique focusing on correct body alignment and placement through repetition at barre, en diagonale, and center work including movement initiation and weight change. Students analyze, discuss, and critique ballet in regards to the thematic content or intent, choreographic creativity and movement, dancer’s performance abilities, and theatrical elements. This course is designed for dance majors and all students interested in Ballet.
DANC 112D Ballet IV
- Units
- 1.5
- Hours
- 8 - 9 hours lecture/48-54 hours lab
- Advisory
- DANC 112C with a Grade of "C" or better, or equivalent
Ballet IV is a course in Intermediate/Advanced ballet technique focusing on correct body alignment and placement through repetition at barre, en diagonale, and center work with an elevated level of various musical and movement textures, complex rhythms and emotional performance qualities. Students analyze, discuss, and critique ballet in regards to the thematic content or intent, choreographic creativity and movement, dancer’s technical and performance abilities, choreographic structure, lighting design, music or sound design, mood conveyed and audience response. This course is designed for dance majors and all students interested in Ballet.
DANC 117A Tap Dance I
- Units
- 1.5
- Hours
- 8 - 9 hours lecture/48-54 hours lab
This course introduces tap dance technique at the fundamental level. Instructions focuses on vocabulary, rhythms, balance studies and improvisations through warm-up, center floor combinations, rhythmic pattern exercises, in preparation for fundamental tap dance. Students explore and analyze dance styles, thematic content or intent, and theatrical elements at a fundamental level. This course is designed for dance and theater majors and all students interested in tap dance.
DANC 117B Tap Dance II
- Units
- 1.5
- Hours
- 8 - 9 hours lecture/48-54 hours lab
- Advisory
- DANC 117A with a Grade of "C" or better, or equivalent
This course introduces tap dance technique at the beginning level. Instructions focuses primarily on the rhythm tap style however, other tap styles are explored. Students practice beginning tap dance skills; rhythms, including swing and Latin; syncopation; time steps; short combinations; and stylings. The course includes an introduction to the history and performance of tap dance. This course is designed for dance and theater majors and all students interested in Tap.
DANC 117C Tap Dance III
- Units
- 1.5
- Hours
- 8 - 9 hours lecture/48-54 hours lab
- Advisory
- DANC 117B with a Grade of "C" or better, or equivalent
This Course is a course in intermediate tap technique and is designed for students who have mastered basic tap dance skills. Students focus on analyzing thematic content, and choreographic creativity in tap movement. Students explore group improvisation exercises, demonstrating active, well-timed participation and the use of interlocking rhythms. Students practice new and more complicated rhythms, movement coordination’s and skills. The course presents a variety of musical forms related to tap dance. This course is designed for dance and theater majors and all students interested in Tap.
DANC 117D Tap Dance IV
- Units
- 1.5
- Hours
- 8 - 9 hours lecture/48-54 hours lab
- Advisory
- DANC 117C with a Grade of "C" or better, or equivalent
This is a course in advance tap dance technique. This course is designed for students who want to further their mastery of Tap dance. Focus will be on increasing the speed and accuracy of execution of master tap routines and developing improvisation techniques. This course is designed for dance and theater majors and all students interested in Tap.
DANC 122A Hip Hop I
- Units
- 1.5
- Hours
- 8 - 9 hours lecture/48-54 hours lab
This course is an introduction to Hip Hop dance. Emphasis is placed on fundamental Hip Hop technique and basic foundational party dances. This course is designed for dance majors and all students interested in Hip Hop dance.
DANC 122B Hip Hop II
- Units
- 1.5
- Hours
- 8 - 9 hours lecture/48-54 hours lab
- Advisory
- DANC 122A with a Grade of "C" or better, or equivalent
This course is the second in a series of Hip Hop dance courses. Emphasis is placed on beginning Hip Hop technique, rhythms, and styles. This course is designed for dance majors and all students interested in Hip Hop dance.
DANC 122C Hip Hop III
- Units
- 1.5
- Hours
- 8 - 9 hours lecture/48-54 hours lab
- Advisory
- DANC 122B with a Grade of "C" or better, or equivalent
This is the third in a series of Hip Hop dance courses. Emphasis is placed on intermediate Hip Hop dance technique, choreography, and breakin' foundations. This course is designed for dance majors and all students interested in Hip Hop dance.
DANC 122D Hip Hop IV
- Units
- 1.5
- Hours
- 8 - 9 hours lecture/48-54 hours lab
- Advisory
- DANC 122C with a Grade of "C" or better, or equivalent
This course is the fourth in a series of Hip Hop dance courses. Emphasis is placed on intermediate/advanced Hip Hop dance technique, complex choreography, and cypher freestyling. This course is designed for dance majors and all students interested in Hip Hop dance.
DANC 125A Latin American Dance I
- Units
- 1-1.5
- Hours
- 8 - 9 hours lecture/24-54 hours lab
Latin American Dance I is a beginning level survey course in a variety of established and emerging partnered dances of Latin American origin with an emphasis on Salsa dance and introductory techniques, styles, rhythms, leading or following skills, movement patterns and history of selected Latin dances. This course is designed for students who wish to explore dances from other cultures and partnered dance.
DANC 125B Latin American Dance II
- Units
- 1-1.5
- Hours
- 8 - 9 hours lecture/24-54 hours lab
- Advisory
- DANC 125A with a Grade of "C" or better, or equivalent
Latin American Dance II is an advanced beginning to intermediate survey course in a variety of established and emerging partnered dances of Latin American origin with an emphasis on Salsa dance, including leading and following, intermediate Salsa styling, technique, variations, and history. When this course is offered for three hours a week, additional time is utilized in practice and perfection of movement variations and styling. This course is designed for students who wish to explore dance movements from other cultures and partnered dance.
DANC 126A Belly Dance I
- Units
- 0.5-1
- Hours
- 24-54 hours lab
This is a fundamental course in social and stage dances from the region designated as the Near and Middle East. Emphasis is placed on fundamental techniques, styles, rhythms and history of American staged belly dance forms. This course is designed for students who wish to explore dance movements from other cultures.
DANC 126B Belly Dance II
- Units
- 0.5-1
- Hours
- 24-54 hours lab
- Advisory
- DANC 126A with a Grade of "C" or better, or equivalent
This is the second course in social and stage dances from the region designated as the Near and Middle East. Emphasis is placed on beginning level techniques, styles, rhythms, cymbals and floor work of American staged belly dance forms. This course is designed for students who wish to explore dance movements from other cultures.
DANC 126C Belly Dance III
- Units
- 0.5-1
- Hours
- 24-54 hours lab
- Advisory
- DANC 126B with a Grade of "C" or better, or equivalent
Belly Dance III is an intermediate level course in a variety of established and emerging belly dance forms. Emphasis is placed on techniques, styles, rhythms, use of various props and performance dynamics of American staged belly dance. This course is designed for students who wish to explore dance movements from other cultures.
DANC 126D Belly Dance IV
- Units
- 0.5-1
- Hours
- 24-54 hours lab
- Advisory
- DANC 126C with a Grade of "C" or better, or equivalent
Belly Dance IV is an advanced level course in a variety of established and emerging belly dance forms. Emphasis is placed on advanced techniques, styles, rhythms, use of various props and performance dynamics of American staged belly dance. This course is designed for students who wish to explore dance movements from other cultures.
DANC 127 Movement for Wellness
- Units
- 2
- Hours
- 24 - 27 hours lecture/24-27 hours lab
This course builds on basic concepts of anatomy, physiology, and kinesiology to introduce traditional and non-traditional approaches to movement and injury prevention. Emphasis is placed on the following modalities: Yoga, Pilates, breath support, mindfulness meditation, Tai Chi and Qi Gong, foam roller, and theraband. Students are also introduced to Feldenkrais, Alexander Technique, and Bartenieff fundamentals. Student skills and proficiencies are enhanced by supervised repetition of various body modalities techniques, alignment and core stabilization, and body connections. This course is intended for dance majors and all students interested in wellness through movement.
DANC 130A Dance Repertoire
- Units
- 1
- Hours
- 48-54 hours lab
- Advisory
- DANC 112A with a Grade of "C" or better, or equivalent or DANC 137A with a Grade of "C" or better, or equivalent or DANC 142A with a Grade of "C" or better, or equivalent
This course is an introduction to the choreography of renowned choreographers. Emphasis is placed on performing selected choreography in ballet, modern, jazz, tap, and musical theater. This course is intended for dance majors and minors as well as all students interested in dance.
DANC 137A Jazz Dance I
- Units
- 1.5
- Hours
- 8 - 9 hours lecture/48-54 hours lab
This course is an introduction to jazz dance. Emphasis is placed on fundamental jazz dance technique, vocabulary, and performance concepts. This course is designed for dance majors and all students interested in jazz dance.
DANC 137B Jazz Dance II
- Units
- 1.5
- Hours
- 8 - 9 hours lecture/48-54 hours lab
- Advisory
- DANC 137A with a Grade of "C" or better, or equivalent
This course is the second in a series of Jazz dance courses. Emphasis is placed on beginning Jazz dance technique, turns, rhythms and styles. This course is designed for dance majors and all students interested in Jazz dance.
DANC 137C Jazz Dance III
- Units
- 1.5
- Hours
- 8 - 9 hours lecture/48-54 hours lab
- Advisory
- DANC 137B with a Grade of "C" or better, or equivalent
This course is the third in a series of Jazz dance courses. Emphasis is placed on intermediate Jazz dance technique, turns, rhythms and styles. This course is designed for dance majors and all students interested in Jazz dance.
DANC 137D Jazz Dance IV
- Units
- 1.5
- Hours
- 8 - 9 hours lecture/48-54 hours lab
- Advisory
- DANC 137C with a Grade of "C" or better, or equivalent
This course is the fourth in a series of Jazz dance courses. Emphasis is placed on advanced Jazz dance technique, turns, rhythms and styles. This course is designed for dance majors and all students interested in Jazz dance.
DANC 142A Modern Dance I
- Units
- 1.5
- Hours
- 8 - 9 hours lecture/48-54 hours lab
This course is an introduction to modern dance. Emphasis is placed on fundamental modern dance vocabulary, concepts, and techniques. Students are introduced to basic elements of choreography and history of early modern dance contributors. This course is designed for dance majors and all students interested in modern dance.
DANC 142B Modern Dance II
- Units
- 1.5
- Hours
- 8 - 9 hours lecture/48-54 hours lab
- Advisory
- DANC 142A with a Grade of "C" or better, or equivalent
This course is the second in a series of modern dance courses. Emphasis is placed on beginning dance vocabulary, concepts, and techniques. Students manipulate elements of choreography and are introduced to basic anatomy. Topics include perspectives on modern dance history and techniques, with a focus on second generation dance artists and an introduction to African-American artists. This course is designed for dance majors and minors as well as students interested in modern dance.
DANC 142C Modern Dance III
- Units
- 1.5
- Hours
- 8 - 9 hours lecture/48-54 hours lab
- Advisory
- DANC 142B with a Grade of "C" or better, or equivalent
This course is the third in a series of modern dance courses. Emphasis is placed on intermediate dance vocabulary, concepts, techniques, and anatomy. Students manipulate elements of choreography and rhythmic studies in movement. Topics include perspectives on modern dance history and techniques with a focus on third generation modern dance artists and an introduction to post-modern concepts. This course is designed for dance majors and minors as well as students interested in modern dance.
DANC 142D Modern Dance IV
- Units
- 1.5
- Hours
- 8 - 9 hours lecture/48-54 hours lab
- Advisory
- DANC 142C with a Grade of "C" or better, or equivalent
This course is the fourth in a series of modern dance courses. Emphasis is placed on intermediate-advanced dance vocabulary, concepts, technique, and anatomy. Students manipulate and refine elements of choreography and rhythmic studies in movement. Topics include perspectives on modern dance history and techniques with a focus on contemporary modern dance artists. This course is designed for dance majors and minors as well as all students interested in modern dance.
DANC 145A Ballroom Dance I
- Units
- 1-1.5
- Hours
- 8 - 9 hours lecture/24-54 hours lab
Ballroom Dance is an introductory course focusing on the fundamentals of partner dance and basic steps in a variety of social and ballroom dance genres. Emphasis is placed on basic kinesthetic concepts of connection to partner with correct body placement and physical compression as it pertains to either leading or following. Dance analysis will include exploration of dance style, thematic content or intent, and theatrical elements. This course is designed for dance and drama majors, as well as students who wish to explore historical dance.
DANC 145B Ballroom Dance II
- Units
- 1-1.5
- Hours
- 8 - 9 hours lecture/24-54 hours lab
- Advisory
- DANC 145A with a Grade of "C" or better, or equivalent
Ballroom Dance II is the second in a series of ballroom dance courses focusing on partner dance and steps. Emphasis is placed on frame, style, partnering technique and variations in a variety of ballroom genres at the beginning through intermediate level, including concepts of connection to partner with correct body placement and physical compression as it pertains both leading and following. Dance analysis will include exploration of dance style, thematic content or intent, music, mood conveyed and theatrical elements. This course is designed for dance and drama majors, as well as students who wish to explore historical dance.
DANC 150A Dance Making: Ballet
- Units
- 1
- Hours
- 48-54 hours lab
- Advisory
- DANC 253 with a Grade of "C" or better, or equivalent and DANC 112A with a Grade of "C" or better, or equivalent or DANC 137A with a Grade of "C" or better, or equivalent or DANC 142A with a Grade of "C" or better, or equivalent
This course is a practical exploration of the processes and elements used in the art of dance making in the area of Ballet. Within a workshop format, students work under close faculty supervision to research the historical masterpieces of Ballet and reinterpret them in a contemporary light. Emphasis is placed on concept creation, use of story and movement, improvisation, dance patterns, revision and refinement to develop an original dance in a fixed, repeatable form. This course is designed for dance majors and all students interested in dance and choreography.
DANC 151A Dance Making: Jazz
- Units
- 1
- Hours
- 48-54 hours lab
- Advisory
- DANC 253 with a Grade of "C" or better, or equivalent and DANC 112A with a Grade of "C" or better, or equivalent or DANC 137A with a Grade of "C" or better, or equivalent or DANC 142A with a Grade of "C" or better, or equivalent
This course is a practical exploration of the processes and elements used in the art of dance making in the area of Jazz. Within a workshop format, students work under close faculty supervision to research Jazz, including its African roots, its place in American musical theatre, and the influence of Funk, Hip-Hop and Latin rhythms, in order to create an original piece. Emphasis is placed on concept creation, use of story and movement, improvisation, dance patterns, revision and refinement to develop an original dance in a fixed, repeatable form. This course is designed for dance majors and all students interested in dance and choreography.
DANC 152A Dance Making: Modern
- Units
- 1
- Hours
- 48-54 hours lab
- Advisory
- DANC 253 with a Grade of "C" or better, or equivalent and DANC 112A with a Grade of "C" or better, or equivalent or DANC 137A with a Grade of "C" or better, or equivalent or DANC 142A with a Grade of "C" or better, or equivalent
This course is a practical exploration of the processes and elements used in the art of dance making in the area of modern dance. Within a workshop format students work under close faculty supervision to research the 20th century pioneers of modern dance and 21st century trends to create an original, emotive modern dance. Emphasis is placed on concept creation, use of story, emotion and movement, improvisation, dance patterns, revision, and refinement to develop an original dance in a fixed, repeatable form. This course is designed for dance majors and all students interested in dance and choreography.
DANC 153A Dance Making: Dance Theatre
- Units
- 1
- Hours
- 48-54 hours lab
- Advisory
- DANC 253 with a Grade of "C" or better, or equivalent and DANC 112A with a Grade of "C" or better, or equivalent or DANC 137A with a Grade of "C" or better, or equivalent or DANC 142A with a Grade of "C" or better, or equivalent
This course is a practical exploration of the processes and elements used in the art of dance making in the area of Dance Theatre. Within a workshop format, students work under close faculty supervision to integrate multimedia, text, spoken word, and/or film with dance to create an original piece of Dance Theatre. Emphasis is placed on concept creation, use of story and movement, improvisation, dance patterns, revision, and refinement to develop an original dance in a fixed, repeatable form. This course is designed for dance majors and all students interested in dance and choreography.
DANC 160A Pilates - Stretch and Conditioning
- Units
- 1-1.5
- Hours
- 8 - 9 hours lecture/24-54 hours lab
Pilates is a course in stretch and conditioning based on exercises and concepts developed by Joseph H. Pilates. This course includes beginning mat work exercises to improve strength and flexibility. This course is of interest to dancers, athletes, and anyone seeking an understanding of Pilates exercises and concepts.
DANC 160B Pilates - Alignment and Correctives
- Units
- 1-1.5
- Hours
- 8 - 9 hours lecture/24-54 hours lab
- Advisory
- DANC 160A with a Grade of "C" or better, or equivalent
Pilates is a course in alignment and correctives based on exercises and concepts developed by Joseph H. Pilates. This course includes intermediate mat exercises to improve body alignment, strength, flexibility, control, coordination, and breathing. This course is of interest to anyone seeking an understanding of Pilates exercises and concepts as well as dancers and athletes.
DANC 176A Dance Improvisation
- Units
- 1.5
- Hours
- 8 - 9 hours lecture/48-54 hours lab
- Advisory
- DANC 112A with a Grade of "C" or better, or equivalent or DANC 137A with a Grade of "C" or better, or equivalent or DANC 142A with a Grade of "C" or better, or equivalent
This course is an introduction to improvisational dance. Emphasis is placed on space, time and energy as means for creating improvisational dance at the beginning level. This course is intended for all students interested in the use of improvisational movement in dance and non-dance settings.
DANC 176B Dance Improvisation II
- Units
- 1.5
- Hours
- 8 - 9 hours lecture/48-54 hours lab
- Advisory
- DANC 176A with a Grade of "C" or better, or equivalent
This course is an exploration of improvisational dance at the intermediate level. Emphasis is placed on space, time, and energy as a means of creating improvisational dance in structured and unstructured settings. Students utilize and refine improvisational dance skills in the creation of improvisational dance compositions. This course is intended for dance majors and all students interested in the use of improvisational movement in dance and non-dance settings.
DANC 181 History of Dance
- Units
- 3
- Hours
- 48 - 54 hours lecture
- Advisory
- ENGL C1000 with a Grade of "C" or better, or equivalent
This course is a study of the history of dance. Emphasis is placed on the cultural, social and political aspects of dance in historical perspective. Students are challenged to broaden their aesthetic perceptions as they analyze and compare the influence of diverse cultures on western dance forms. Topics include the language of dance, dance technique and choreography. This class is intended for all students interested in dance and the history of dance.
DANC 183 Music for Dance
- Units
- 2
- Hours
- 24 - 27 hours lecture/24-27 hours lab
Music for Dance introduces the fundamentals of music through the study of terminology, notation, elements and form as they relate to movement. This course explores the interrelationship of music and dance and provides students the opportunity to compose and perform rhythmic and movement projects. This course is of interest to anyone seeking an understanding of music and movement fundamentals as well as dance majors. This course is designed to fulfill lower division requirements for dance majors.
DANC 253 Choreography
- Units
- 2
- Hours
- 24 - 27 hours lecture/24-27 hours lab
- Advisory
- DANC 112A with a Grade of "C" or better, or equivalent or DANC 122A with a Grade of "C" or better, or equivalent or DANC 137A with a Grade of "C" or better, or equivalent or DANC 142A with a Grade of "C" or better, or equivalent
Choreography is a course that explores the theories and elements utilized in the creative process of dance composition. Emphasis is placed on student application of choreographic concepts through the development of movement compositions. This course is designed to fulfill lower division requirements for dance majors.
DANC 261A Dance Performance I
- Units
- 2
- Hours
- 96-108 hours lab
- Advisory
- DANC 112A with a Grade of "C" or better, or equivalent or DANC 117A with a Grade of "C" or better, or equivalent or DANC 122A with a Grade of "C" or better, or equivalent or DANC 137A with a Grade of "C" or better, or equivalent or DANC 142A with a Grade of "C" or better, or equivalent
This is the first in a series of dance performance courses. This course provides the opportunity for students to apply fundamental skills in ballet, jazz, tap, Hip Hop, and modern dance in concerts and community performances. Emphasis is placed on student application of dance, staging, and performance techniques in faculty choreographed works for large ensembles. This course is designed for dance majors and students interested in dance performance.
DANC 261B Dance Performance II
- Units
- 2
- Hours
- 96-108 hours lab
- Advisory
- DANC 112A with a Grade of "C" or better, or equivalent or DANC 117A with a Grade of "C" or better, or equivalent or DANC 122A with a Grade of "C" or better, or equivalent or DANC 137A with a Grade of "C" or better, or equivalent or DANC 142A with a Grade of "C" or better, or equivalent
This is the second in a series of dance performance courses. This course provides the opportunity for students to apply beginning skills in ballet, jazz, Hip Hop, tap, and modern dance in concerts and community performances. Emphasis is placed on student application of dance, staging, and performance techniques in student choreographed works for large ensembles. This course is designed for dance majors and students interested in choreography and dance performance.
DANC 261C Dance Performance III
- Units
- 2
- Hours
- 96-108 hours lab
- Advisory
- DANC 112B with a Grade of "C" or better, or equivalent or DANC 117B with a Grade of "C" or better, or equivalent or DANC 122B with a Grade of "C" or better, or equivalent or DANC 137B with a Grade of "C" or better, or equivalent or DANC 142B with a Grade of "C" or better, or equivalent
This is the third in a series of dance performance courses. This course provides the opportunity for students to apply intermediate skills in ballet, jazz, tap, Hip Hop, and modern dance in concerts and community performances. Emphasis is placed on student application of dance, staging, and performance techniques in faculty choreographed works for solos and small groups. This course is designed for dance majors and students interested in dance performance.
DANC 261D Dance Performance IV
- Units
- 2
- Hours
- 96-108 hours lab
- Advisory
- DANC 112C with a Grade of "C" or better, or equivalent or DANC 117C with a Grade of "C" or better, or equivalent or DANC 122C with a Grade of "C" or better, or equivalent or DANC 137C with a Grade of "C" or better, or equivalent or DANC 142C with a Grade of "C" or better, or equivalent
This is the fourth in a series of dance performance courses. This course provides the opportunity for students to apply advanced skills in ballet, jazz, Hip Hop, tap, and modern dance in concerts and community performances. Emphasis is placed on student application of dance, staging, and performance techniques in student choreographed works for solos and small groups. Students choreograph and produce all elements of performances in preparation to transfer to a university. This course is designed for dance majors and students interested in choreography and dance performance.
DANC 271A Stage Costuming for Dance
- Units
- 1-2
- Hours
- 48-108 hours lab
This production oriented course introduces students to the techniques of costume design and organization for a full dance production. Emphasis is placed on costume design, modification, and craft techniques, as well as on the organizational structure required for costume production for a staged dance performance. This course is intended for dance majors and all students interested in costume production for the stage.
DANC 271B Makeup for Dance Productions
- Units
- 1-2
- Hours
- 48-108 hours lab
This production oriented course introduces students to the materials and techniques used in stage makeup design and application for a full dance production. Emphasis is placed on vocabulary pertinent to the use of dance makeup and participation in the makeup crew for a full dance department production. This course is intended for dance majors and all students interested in makeup for the stage.
DANC 271C Lighting Design for Dance Production
- Units
- 1-2
- Hours
- 48-108 hours lab
This production oriented course introduces students to the principles and practice of stage lighting. Emphasis is placed on design and drafting of lighting plots and the operation of basic lighting and electrical stage equipment. Students participate in lighting design and execution for a full department dance production. This course is intended for dance majors and all students interested in lighting for the stage.
DANC 271D Sound Design for Dance Production
- Units
- 1-2
- Hours
- 48-108 hours lab
This production oriented course introduces students to the principles and practice of theater sound and its technical operation. Emphasis is placed on the basic aesthetic and technical aspects of sound design for the theater. Students participate in crew sound for a full department dance production. This course is intended for dance majors and all students interested sound for the stage.
DANC 290 Independent Study
- Units
- 1-3
- Hours
- 48-162 hours other
This course is for students who wish to conduct additional research, a special project, or learning activities in dance. It is not intended to replace an existing course in the discipline. Projects may include extended research on dance subjects addressed in scheduled dance classes as well as topics outside the dance curriculum. The culmination of the course may include a written paper, presentation, or performance. An Independent Study has to be arranged with, approved and monitored by a member of the dance faculty.