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Upon completion of VFPA 009A, students may earn credit for DNCE 009A through the credit by exam process.", "notes": [], "offered": [] }, { "code": "VFPA 009B", "subject": "VFPA", "number": "009B", "title": "Dance Laboratory II", "units": "0", "hours": "27 Lab", "prerequisite": "VFPA 009B requires audition or instructor approval prior to enrollment.", "cid": [], "transfer": [], "description": "Studio rehearsal time, emphasizing progressive development in the creation of dance concert productions, repertory performances and/or choreographic projects. Beginning-intermediate level assignments change every semester. Requires audition or instructor approval prior to enrollment. Two (2) high school elective credits may be awarded if a student passes the course with a minimum grade of 70%. Upon completion of VFPA 009B, students may earn credit for DNCE 009B through the credit by exam process.", "notes": [], "offered": [] }, { "code": "VFPA 107A", "subject": "VFPA", "number": "107A", "title": "Dance Concert Performance - I", "units": "0", "hours": "9 Lecture, 45 Lab", "prerequisite": "By Audition Only", "cid": [], "transfer": [], "description": "Formal dance concert performance experience for dance students. Includes both rehearsal process and a minimum of three on-stage public performances. Audition required. Three (3) high school elective credits may be awarded if a student passes the course with a minimum grade of 70%. Upon completion of VFPA 107A, students may earn credit for DNCE 107A through the credit by exam process.", "notes": [], "offered": [] }, { "code": "VFPA 122A", "subject": "VFPA", "number": "122A", "title": "Commercial Dance I", "units": "0", "hours": "9 Lecture, 27 Lab", "cid": [], "transfer": [], "description": "Instruction for the beginning level dance student in commercial dance including technical steps, styles, audition techniques, and performance skills. The course focuses on level I skill set necessary for the preparation of dancing in commercial settings such as entertainment industries, cruise liners, music videos, mainstream entertainment productions, etc. Three (3) high school elective credits may be awarded if a student passes the course with a minimum grade of 70%. Upon completion of VFPA 122A, students may earn credit for DNCE 122A through the credit by exam process.", "notes": [], "offered": [] }, { "code": "VFPA 122B", "subject": "VFPA", "number": "122B", "title": "Commercial Dance II", "units": "0", "hours": "9 Lecture, 27 Lab", "advisory": "Completion with a grade of \"C\" or better or a Passing grade in: VFPA 122A Commercial Dance I or DNCE 122A Commercial Dance I", "cid": [], "transfer": [], "description": "Continued instruction for the beginning level dance student in commercial dance including the technical steps, styles, audition techniques, and performance skills. The course focuses on level II skill set necessary for preparation in dancing in commercial settings such as entertainment industries, cruise ships, music videos, mainstream entertainment productions, etc. Three (3) high school elective credits may be awarded if a student passes the course with a minimum grade of 70%. Upon completion of VFPA 122B, students may earn credit for DNCE 122B through the credit by exam process.", "notes": [], "offered": [] }, { "code": "VFPA 133A", "subject": "VFPA", "number": "133A", "title": "Musical Theatre Dance Techniques I", "units": "0", "hours": "18 Lecture, 18 Lab", "advisory": "Completion with a grade of \"C\" or better or a Passing grade in: VFPA 122A or DNCE 122A or VFPA 201A or DNCE 201A or VFPA 219A or DNCE 219A or VFPA 250A or DNCE 250A", "cid": [], "transfer": [], "description": "This is a beginner level course that covers a variety of dance genres and styles used in musical theatre with an emphasis on basic skillsets for ensemble dancing roles and character development. Study also focuses on the styles and contributions of major musical theatre choreographers and performers from the Golden Age to current musical theatre trends, and the audition process as a dancer related to musical theatre. Two (2) high school elective credits may be awarded if a student passes the course with a minimum grade of 70%. Upon completion of VFPA 133A, students may earn credit for DNCE 133A through the credit by exam process.", "notes": [], "offered": [] }, { "code": "VFPA 135", "subject": "VFPA", "number": "135", "title": "Technical Production", "units": "0", "hours": "18 Lecture, 70 Lab", "cid": [], "transfer": [], "description": "Instruction and practical experience in backstage production responsibilities including stage management, theatre technician, scenery construction, properties, costuming, lighting, sound, and running crews. Six (6) high school elective credits may be awarded if a student passes the course with a minimum grade of 70%. Upon completion of VFPA 135, students may earn credit for THEA 135 through the credit by exam process.", "notes": [], "offered": [] }, { "code": "VFPA 150A", "subject": "VFPA", "number": "150A", "title": "Rehearsal and Performance in Production", "units": "0", "hours": "18 Lecture, 70 Lab", "cid": [], "transfer": [], "description": "Practical experience in performance production culminating in a series of public performances. All actors must audition and be cast prior to enrolling. Six (6) high school elective credits may be awarded if a student passes the course with a minimum grade of 70%. Upon completion of VFPA 150A, students may earn credit for THEA 150A through the credit by exam process.", "notes": [], "offered": [] }, { "code": "VFPA 150B", "subject": "VFPA", "number": "150B", "title": "Technical Theatre in Production", "units": "0", "hours": "18 Lecture, 70 Lab", "cid": [], "transfer": [], "description": "Students will gain practical experience in the application of production responsibilities in any of the following: stage management, scenery construction, properties, costuming, lighting, or sound. This course culminates into a series of public performances. All student technicians must obtain instructor approval prior to enrolling. Six (6) high school elective credits may be awarded if a student passes the course with a minimum grade of 70%. Upon completion of VFPA 150B, students may earn credit for THEA 150B through the credit by exam process.", "notes": [], "offered": [] }, { "code": "VFPA 151A", "subject": "VFPA", "number": "151A", "title": "Showcase I", "units": "0", "hours": "36 Lecture, 54 Lab", "cid": [], "transfer": [], "description": "An introduction to theatre performance emphasizing acting technique, theatre vocabulary, and creative individual expression. Students learn the process of presenting a role on stage. Prepares the student for Showcase II. Six (6) high school elective credits may be awarded if a student passes the course with a minimum grade of 70%. Upon completion of VFPA 151A, students may earn credit for THEA 151A through the credit by exam process.", "notes": [], "offered": [] }, { "code": "VFPA 152", "subject": "VFPA", "number": "152", "title": "Tour Ensemble", "units": "0", "hours": "36 Lecture, 54 Lab", "cid": [], "transfer": [], "description": "An introduction to theatre performance emphasizing acting techniques as applied to performing a role in multiple venues. Six (6) high school elective credits may be awarded if a student passes the course with a minimum grade of 70%. Upon completion of VFPA 152, students may earn credit for THEA 152 through the credit by exam process.", "notes": [], "offered": [] }, { "code": "VFPA 201A", "subject": "VFPA", "number": "201A", "title": "Ballet I", "units": "0", "hours": "18 Lecture, 54 Lab", "cid": [], "transfer": [], "description": "Beginning level I ballet technique and terminology, including basic barre work, center work, and combinations en diagonale. Includes basic alignment, use of turnout, coordination, and ballet terminology. Five (5) high school elective credits may be awarded if a student passes the course with a minimum grade of 70%. Upon completion of VFPA 201A, students may earn credit for DNCE 201A through the credit by exam process.", "notes": [], "offered": [] }, { "code": "VFPA 201B", "subject": "VFPA", "number": "201B", "title": "Ballet II", "units": "0", "hours": "18 Lecture, 54 Lab", "advisory": "Completion with a grade of \"C\" or better or a Passing grade in: VFPA 201A Ballet I or DNCE 201A Ballet I", "cid": [], "transfer": [], "description": "Continuation of beginning ballet technique and terminology, including barre work, center work, and combinations en diagonale. Includes basic alignment, use of turnout, coordination, and ballet terminology for level II. Five (5) high school elective credits may be awarded if a student passes the course with a minimum grade of 70%. Upon completion of VFPA 201B, students may earn credit for DNCE 201B through the credit by exam process.", "notes": [], "offered": [] }, { "code": "VFPA 204A", "subject": "VFPA", "number": "204A", "title": "Dance Production I", "units": "0", "hours": "18 Lecture, 54 Lab", "prerequisite": "By audition only.", "cid": [], "transfer": [], "description": "Concert dance production experience culminating in public performances in Phillips Hall Theatre as part of the Spring Student/Faculty Dance Concert. Includes production basics, with an emphasis on performance techniques and working with faculty/student choreographers to create original dances. By audition only prior to enrollment. Five (5) high school elective credits may be awarded if a student passes the course with a minimum grade of 70%. Upon completion of VFPA 204A, students may earn credit for DNCE 204A through the credit by exam process.", "notes": [], "offered": [] }, { "code": "VFPA 206A", "subject": "VFPA", "number": "206A", "title": "Modern Dance I", "units": "0", "hours": "18 Lecture, 54 Lab", "cid": [], "transfer": [], "description": "A beginning level modern dance class emphasizing movement technique, dance vocabulary, and creative individual expression. Includes an introduction to choreographic principles and cultural context of modern dance. Students learn modern dance exercises and short dance combinations. Five (5) high school elective credits may be awarded if a student passes the course with a minimum grade of 70%. Upon completion of VFPA 206A, students may earn credit for DNCE 206A through the credit by exam process.", "notes": [], "offered": [] }, { "code": "VFPA 206B", "subject": "VFPA", "number": "206B", "title": "Modern Dance II", "units": "0", "hours": "18 Lecture, 54 Lab", "advisory": "Completion with a grade of \"C\" or better or a Passing grade in: VFPA 206A Modern Dance I or DNCE 206A Modern Dance I", "cid": [], "transfer": [], "description": "Continued study in modern dance emphasizing movement technique, dance vocabulary, and creative individual expression. Includes an introduction to somatic approaches to dance training to support body connectivity. VFPA 206B is a continuation and refinement of learning longer dance combinations at the beginning-intermediate level. Five (5) high school elective credits may be awarded if a student passes the course with a minimum grade of 70%. Upon completion of VFPA 206B, students may earn credit for DNCE 206B through the credit by exam process.", "notes": [], "offered": [] }, { "code": "VFPA 219A", "subject": "VFPA", "number": "219A", "title": "Jazz Dance I", "units": "0", "hours": "18 Lecture, 54 Lab", "cid": [], "transfer": [], "description": "Beginning level 1 jazz dance emphasizing movement technique, vocabulary, and creative expression. Includes an introduction to choreographic principles and cultural context of jazz dance. Historical and contemporary forms are studied. Five (5) high school elective credits may be awarded if a student passes the course with a minimum grade of 70%.", "notes": [], "offered": [] }, { "code": "VFPA 219B", "subject": "VFPA", "number": "219B", "title": "Jazz Dance II", "units": "0", "hours": "18 Lecture, 54 Lab", "advisory": "Completion with a grade of \"C\" or better or a Passing grade in: VFPA 219A Jazz Dance I or DNCE 219A Jazz Dance I", "cid": [], "transfer": [], "description": "Continued study in beginning jazz dance emphasizing movement technique, vocabulary and creative expression. Includes an introduction to choreographic principles and cultural context of jazz dance. Historical and contemporary forms are studied. Five (5) high school elective credits may be awarded if a student passes the course with a minimum grade of 70%. Upon completion of VFPA 219B, students may earn credit for DNCE 219B through the credit by exam process.", "notes": [], "offered": [] }, { "code": "VFPA 240A", "subject": "VFPA", "number": "240A", "title": "Repertory I", "units": "0", "hours": "18 Lecture, 54 Lab", "prerequisite": "By Audition Only.", "cid": [], "transfer": [], "description": "Students develop rehearsal and performance skills through learning a repertoire of dances. Includes preparation for public concerts and performances at different venues. Dances vary each semester. Requires audition prior to enrollment. Five (5) high school elective credits may be awarded if a student passes the course with a minimum grade of 70%. Upon completion of VFPA 240A, students may earn credit for DNCE 240A through the credit by exam process.", "notes": [], "offered": [] }, { "code": "VFPA 240B", "subject": "VFPA", "number": "240B", "title": "Repertory II", "units": "0", "hours": "18 Lecture, 54 Lab", "prerequisite": "By Audition Only.", "cid": [], "transfer": [], "description": "Continued refinement of rehearsal and performance skills through learning a more difficult repertoire of dances. Includes preparation for public concerts and performances at different venues. Dances vary each semester. Requires audition prior to enrollment. Five (5) high school elective credits may be awarded if a student passes the course with a minimum grade of 70%. Upon completion of VFPA 240B, students may earn credit for DNCE 240B through the credit by exam process.", "notes": [], "offered": [] }, { "code": "VFPA 250A", "subject": "VFPA", "number": "250A", "title": "Hip-Hop Dance I", "units": "0", "hours": "18 Lecture, 54 Lab", "cid": [], "transfer": [], "description": "A level I hip-hop dance course emphasizing movement technique, vocabulary, and creative expression. It includes choreographic principles, improvisation, and the cultural context of hip-hop dance. Five (5) high school elective credits may be awarded if a student passes the course with a minimum grade of 70%. Upon completion of VFPA 250A, students may earn credit for DNCE 250A through the credit by exam process.", "notes": [], "offered": [] }, { "code": "VFPA 250B", "subject": "VFPA", "number": "250B", "title": "Hip-Hop Dance II", "units": "0", "hours": "18 Lecture, 54 Lab", "advisory": "Completion with a grade of \"C\" or better or a Passing grade in: VFPA 250A Hip-Hop Dance I or DNCE 250A Hip-Hop Dance I", "cid": [], "transfer": [], "description": "Continued study in hip-hop dance, level II, emphasizing movement technique, vocabulary, and creative expression. Includes improvisation, more difficult combinations, student compositions, and the cultural context of hip-hop. Five (5) high school elective credits may be awarded if a student passes the course with a minimum grade of 70%. Upon completion of VFPA 250B, students may earn credit for DNCE 250B through the credit by exam process.", "notes": [], "offered": [] }, { "code": "VFPA 255", "subject": "VFPA", "number": "255", "title": "Motion Picture Performance Production", "units": "0", "hours": "18 Lecture, 108 Lab", "cid": [], "transfer": [], "description": "Practical experience in performance production culminating in a fully produced feature film screened to the public. The final movie presentation becomes the basis for developing an actor reel. Students desiring an acting role must audition. Eight (8) high school elective credits may be awarded if a student passes the course with a minimum grade of 70%. Upon completion of VFPA 255, students may earn credit for THEA 255 through the credit by exam process.", "notes": [], "offered": [] } ] }