Bachelor of Science in Dance
Bachelor of Fine Arts-Dance
Dance Minor
Dance Certificate
Courses
125 Lathrop Hall, 1050 University Avenue, Madison, WI 53706; 608/262-1691; www.education.wisc.edu/dance/
Professors Koykkar, Li, Melrose, Yu
Degrees granted: B.S. in Dance; Bachelor of Fine Arts-Dance.
Dance is an art form, an integral part of education, an element of interdisciplinary technological experimentation, and a part of daily life. Dance courses focus on the study and/or practice of various dance techniques (i.e., ballet, modern, world dance), dance repertory theater, improvisation, composition, movement analysis, anatomy, theory, history, and more. Courses stress personal creativity, individual growth, and strong technical training. An undergraduate major in dance is an excellent means of gaining in-depth knowledge of the art form and its related fields, and Dance elective courses are open to all university students.
Two undergraduate options are offered in Dance. The Bachelor of Fine Arts (BFA) undergraduate degree program in Dance is for students with a strong interest and aptitude in dance and/or professional dance theater. The Bachelor of Science-Dance option was designed for students who wish to prepare for graduate work in theoretical areas of dance or who wish to combine their interest in dance with other fields of study. The BFA requires a minimum of 82 major credits, including public presentations of original work, while the BS degree requires a minimum of 58 major credits. These major requirements highlight the differences between the two options: BS students can pursue other interests with their remaining credits, while BFA students are able to spend more time in the studio.
IMPORTANT NOTE: Beginning fall 2007, admission to the Dance Program is by performance audition only. For more information on the audition schedule and process, contact the Dance Program Office, 139 Lathrop Hall, 1050 University Avenue, phone: 608/262-1641; www.education.wisc.edu/dance. Students enrolling in a dance major are expected to have had previous dance experience. Junior-level transfers should expect to spend three additional years in the program unless they have had previous experience.
The Dance options have three components:
Liberal studies courses expose students to a broad range of academic disciplines.
Discipline-related course work provides an interdisciplinary foundation contributing to the performance and understanding of this art form.
Major requirements offer an in-depth study of dance.
New first year Dance-BS and BFA students should expect to register for three 100-level foundational major courses: 111 Modern Dance Technique, 144 Rhythmic Movement Lab, and 125 Ballet Technique. These courses are taken by all dance majors in their first year, regardless of previous dance training and experience. The classes prepare students for advanced study in dance and movement technique. Dance majors are assured enrollment in these courses.
Admission Eligibility Requirements: 2.5 cumulative GPA, based on all transferable college-level course work and acceptance to the program through the audition process. (Note: For alternative calculation of cumulative GPA, see Last 60 Credits Rule). On-campus applicants must have a cumulative grade point average of at least 2.5 on UW-Madison course work, as modified by the Last 60 Credits Rule. Submit an application to Education Academic Services, B117 Education Building, along with transcripts from all other colleges or universities attended. Application materials are available on the EAS Web site, at www.education.wisc.edu/eas. Off-campus transfer students must submit an undergraduate application to the Office of Undergraduate Admissions by February 1 for summer and fall admission and by October 1 for spring admission. Students will be held to the Dance program eligibility requirements, must be admitted to UW-Madison, and will need to meet transfer admission expectations, see www.admissions.wisc.edu.
Graduation Requirements: 2.75 cumulative GPA, 2.75 GPA in the major, and 2.5 GPA in upper-level (300-699) major course work. Must meet major and senior residency requirements. Total credits required varies by program option, see below. For major residency, students must complete a minimum of 15 credits numbered 300-699 on the UW-Madison campus. Grade point averages required for graduation may be modified by the Last 60 Credits Rule.
Changes in Admission Criteria and Program Requirements: Admission criteria and program requirements may be modified from one admission period to the next. These are currently being reviewed and are likely to change in the near future. The most current program information is available in Education Academic Services, B117 Education Building, 608/262-1651; www.education.wisc.edu/eas.
The B.S. in Dance is for students who wish to prepare for graduate work in theoretical areas of dance or who wish a dance major program with flexibility to pursue their interest in other fields of study. A minimum of 124 credits is required.
The liberal studies requirements combine academic strengths and interests with an opportunity to explore a wide selection of courses offered across campus. Students will complete course work in humanities, social studies, and science. Effective summer 2007, new freshmen will complete 40 credits of liberal studies course work, including three additional requirements; ethnic studies, global perspectives, and U.S. or European history will be required of all students in the School of Education. See Liberal Studies Requirements for specific course work. Dance courses may not be used to satisfy liberal studies requirements.
Effective summer 1996, new freshmen must complete a group of campus-wide course requirements known as the General Education requirements. This initiative is designed to provide all UW-Madison students with a comprehensive, well-rounded program of studies. See General Education Requirements.
The Dance program requirements already include at least one course approved to meet General Education (also known as "Gen Ed" or "GER") requirements. The course can be used to meet both requirements. For example, Dance 200 also meets the Communication B requirement of the General Education requirements.
Effective fall, 1989, students beginning a degree program at UW-Madison (freshmen, transfers, and second degree candidates) must complete one course of at least 3 credits which is designated as an Ethnic Studies course. The ethnic studies requirement is intended to increase understanding of the culture and contributions of persistently marginalized racial or ethnic groups in the United States, and to equip students to respond constructively to issues connected with our pluralistic society and global community. Designated with an e in the UW-Madison Timetable, ethnic studies course work may, in the absence of other restrictions, be applied toward other degree requirements. Effective summer 2007, this requirement became part of the liberal studies requirement.
Dance 200 Writing Dance Performance, 3 cr, or any course that will meet Communication B of the General Education requirements, see above. (Students admitted before fall 2007 completed Theatre 200 or an approved substitute)
Anatomy 329 Human Anatomy Lab, 2 cr, or Anatomy for Dancers (Dance 560), 2 cr (Anatomy 329 will also count toward the liberal studies Science requirement)
These requirements are effective for students admitted to the program fall 2007 and after. The requirements for previously admitted students can be found in earlier editions of this catalog.
Courses are Dance listings in the Timetable unless otherwise indicated.
Modern Dance Technique, minimum 18 credits from among Dance 111, 112, 211, 212, 311, 312, 411, 412, with at least 6 credits from 311, 312, 411, or 412
Ballet Technique, minimum 4 credits from among Dance 125, 225, 325, 425, with at least 2 credits from 225, 325, or 425
World Dance, minimum 2 credits from African, Asian, or Javanese dance; World Dance workshops listed under Dance 001 and 560. (Jazz and Ballroom courses do not count toward this requirement)
144 Rhythmic Training for Dancers, 2 cr
151 Movement as Material through Improvisation, 2 cr
161 Somatic Theory and Practices, 2 cr
167 Introduction to Movement Analysis, 2 cr
170 Dance Production, 2 cr
171 Dance Production Laboratory, 1 cr
241 Music Fundamentals for Dancers, 3 cr
255 Movement Composition for the Performing and Visual Arts, 2 cr
265 Dance: An Introductory Survey, 3 cr
351 Video Design for the Performing and Visual Arts, 3 cr, or 420 Sound Design for the Performing and Visual Arts, 3 cr
355 Dance Composition II, 2 cr, or 455 Dance Composition III, 2
cr
Dance Repertory Theater, minimum 4 credits from among 451, 452, 551, 552
Dance Electives to total a minimum of 58 credits
Additional course work to bring total degree credits to 124.
The Bachelor of Fine Arts-Dance degree is for students with a strong -interest and aptitude in dance and/or professional dance theatre. A minimum of 124 credits is required.
The liberal studies requirements combine academic strengths and interests with an opportunity to explore a wide selection of courses offered across campus. Students will complete course work in humanities, social studies, and science. Effective summer 2007, new freshmen will complete 40 credits of liberal studies course work, including three additional requirements; ethnic studies, global perspectives, and U.S. or European history will be required of all students in the School of Education. See Liberal Studies Requirements for specific course work. Dance courses may not be used to satisfy liberal studies requirements.
Effective summer 1996, new freshmen must complete a group of campuswide course requirements known as the General Education requirements. This initiative is designed to provide all UW-Madison students with a comprehensive, well-rounded program of studies. See General Education Requirements.
The B.F.A. program requirements already include at least one course approved to meet General Education (also known as "Gen Ed" or "GER") requirements. The course can be used to meet both requirements. For example, Dance 200 also meets the Communication B requirement of the General Education requirements.
Dance 200 Writing Dance Performance, 3 cr, or any course that will meet Communication B of the General Education requirements, see above
Anatomy 329 Human Anatomy Lab, 2 cr, or Anatomy for Dancers (Dance 560), 2 cr (Anatomy 329 will also count toward the liberal studies Science requirement)
Effective fall 1989, students beginning a degree program at UW-Madison (freshmen, transfers, and second degree candidates) must complete one course of at least 3 credits which is designated as an Ethnic Studies course. The ethnic studies requirement is intended to increase understanding of the culture and contributions of persistently marginalized racial or ethnic groups in the United States, and to equip students to respond constructively to issues connected with our pluralistic society and global community. Designated with an e in the UW-Madison Timetable, ethnic studies course work may, in the absence of other restrictions, be applied toward other degree requirements. Effective summer 2007, this requirement became part of the liberal studies requirement.
These requirements are effective for students admitted to the program fall 2007 and after. The requirements for previously admitted students can be found in earlier editions of this catalog.
Courses are Dance listings in the Timetable unless otherwise indicated.
Modern Dance Technique, minimum 18 credits from among Dance 111, 112, 211, 212, 311, 312, 411, 412, with at least 6 credits from 311, 312, 411, or 412
Ballet Technique, minimum 14 credits from among Dance 125, 225, 325, 425, with at least 10 credits from 225, 325, or 425
World Dance, minimum 4 credits from African, Asian, or Javanese dance; World Dance workshops listed under Dance 001 and 560. (Jazz and Ballroom courses do not count toward this requirement)
144 Rhythmic Training for Dancers, 2 cr
151 Movement as Material through Improvisation, 2 cr
161 Somatic Theory and Practices, 2 cr
167 Introduction to Movement Analysis, 2 cr
170 Dance Production, 2 cr
171 Dance Production Laboratory, 1 cr
241 Music Fundamentals for Dancers, 3 cr
255 Movement Composition for the Performing and Visual Arts, 2 cr
351 Video Design for the Performing and Visual Arts, 3 cr, or 420 Sound Design for the Performing and Visual Arts
355 Dance Composition II, 2 cr
371 Creative Dance for Children or 372 Teaching of Dance to Adults, 3 cr
Music 103 Introduction to Music Cultures of the World, 2 cr
265 Dance: An Introductory Survey, 3 cr
Dance Repertory Theater, minimum 6 credits from among 451, 452, 551, 552
455 Dance Composition III, 2 cr
555 Advanced Composition, 2
Theatre and Drama 150 Introduction to Acting, 3 cr
Aesthetics elective, 3-4 cr. Choose one art history course or Philosophy 253 or 553.
B.F.A. students must create one solo and one group piece (trio or larger) after the completion of Dance 255. These works must be submitted for faculty approval and publicly presented in concert.
Additional course work to bring total degree credits to 124.
Note: This academic minor in Dance may only be combined with (1) a teaching major in Kinesiology or (2) a major in Elementary Education. It is no longer possible to combine a Dance Education minor with a major in secondary education.
Courses are Dance listings in the Timetable unless otherwise indicated.
Modern Dance Technique, 6 credits from among 111, 112, 211, 212, 311, 312, 411, 412
144 Rhythmic Training for Dancers, 2 cr
151 Movement as Material Through Improvisation, 2 cr
161 Somatic Theory and Practices, 2 cr
167 Introduction to Movement Analysis, 2 cr
241 Music Fundamentals for Dancers, 3 cr
255 Movement Composition for the Performing and Visual Arts, 2 cr
265 Dance: An Introductory Survey, 3 cr
351 Video Design for the Performing and Visual Arts, 3 cr, or 170 Dance Production, 2 cr
371 Creative Dance for Children, 3 cr, or 372 Teaching of Dance to Adults,
3 cr
World Dance, 2 credits from African, Asian, or Javanese dance; World Dance workshops listings under Dance 001 and 560. (Effective fall 2007, Ballroom and Jazz courses may not be applied toward this requirement).
A Dance Certificate provides an adjunctive qualification and strength for students in other majors and fields who also have an interest in Dance. Note: This certificate does not prepare one for licensure to teach dance in elementary or secondary schools. Students are first eligible to apply for the Dance Certificate while enrolled in the second dance major technique course. Applications are available in the Dance program office, 139 Lathrop Hall. Courses are Dance listings in the Timetable unless otherwise indicated.
Modern Dance Technique, 9 credits from among 111, 112, 211, 212, 311, 312, 411, 412
Ballet Technique, 2 credits from among 125, 225, 325, 425
144 Rhythmic Training for Dancers, 2 cr
151 Movement as Material Through Improvisation, 2 cr
161 Somatic Theory and Practices, 2 cr
167 Introduction to Movement Analysis, 2 cr
255 Movement Composition for the Performing and Visual Arts, 2 cr
265 Dance: An Introductory Survey, 3 cr
World Dance, 2 credits from African, Asian, or Javanese dance; World Dance workshops listings under Dance 001 and 560. (Effective fall 2007, Ballroom courses may not be applied toward this requirement).
1 Workshop in Dance Activity. 1-2 cr. P: Prereq varies according to topic.
11 Modern Dance I. 1 cr. P Cons inst. P: Open to Fr.
12 Modern Dance II. 1 cr. P: Modern Dance I or cons inst. Open to Fr.
13 Modern Dance III. 1 cr. P: Modern Dance II or cons inst. Open to Fr.
21 Ballet I. 1 cr. P: Open to Fr.
22 Ballet II. 1 cr. P: Dance 021 or cons inst. Open to Fr.
23 Ballet III. 1 cr. P: PE Dance 022 or cons inst. Open to Fr.
31 Modern Jazz Dance. I, II; 1 cr. P: Open to Fr.
32 Modern Jazz Dance II. I, II; 1 cr. P: Dance 031 or cons inst. Open to Fr.
41 Ballroom Dancing. I, II; 1 cr. P: Open to Fr.
42 Ballroom Dance II. I, II; 1 cr. P: Dance 041 or cons inst. Open to Fr.
111 Modern Dance Technique I. I; 1-3 cr (I). Level I Core course in technique. Study and practice of the fundamental principles of modern dance technique. Exploration of the body as a creative and expressive instrument. Audition at first class meeting determines eligibility and placement. P: Previous dance training. Open to Fr.
112 Modern Dance Technique II. II; 1-3 cr (I). Level I Core continued. Study and practice of the fundamental principles of modern dance technique. Exploration of the body as a creative and expressive instrument. Audition at first class meeting determines eligibility and placement. P: Previous dance training. Open to Fr.
125 Ballet Technique I. I; 1-2 cr (I). Introduction to basic skills and terminology; includes barrework, center work, petit allegro, grand allegro; focus on form, kinesthetic principles and aesthetic values. P: Beginner level. Open to Fr.
126 Ballet Technique I-B. II; 2 cr. Level I Core continued expanding terminology, further developing barre work, center work, petit allegro, grand allegro; focus on form, kinesthetic principles and aesthetic values. P: Dance 125. Open to Fr.
144 Rhythmic Training for Dancers. I; 2 cr (E). The study of rhythmic theory to educate dancers about musical time and structure. Basic notation, aural comprehension of rhythm, and rhythm activities are emphasized. P: Dance major or cons inst; Open to Fr.
151 Movement as Material Through Improvisation. I; 2 cr (A). Use of improvisation to develop a personal movement vocabulary and explore compositional form. P: Dance major, minor, certificate. IA tech major or cons inst.
153 Asian American Movement. (Crosslisted with Asian Am) I, II; 3 cr (e-E). Techniques of exercises and movement forms derived from several Asian cultures as taught in the United States. Studied in the context of the construction and expression of ethnic and cultural identity. P: Open to Fr.
161 Somatic Theory and Practices. II; 2 cr (E). Integration of body and mind is explored through various somatic practices. P: Open to Fr.
167 Introduction to Movement Analysis. I; 2 cr. An examination of the qualitative variations in movement processes as they relate to human function and expression.
170 Dance Production. I, II; 2 cr. Introduction to design and production for the performing arts with emphasis on dance. Students learn use of lighting, sound and other scenographic elements in theory and with practical experience. P: Open to Fr.
171 Dance Production Laboratory. I, II; 1 cr. Gives the students hands on experience working with the technical aspects of dance program performances. P: Open to Fr.
177 African Dance. I, II; 1 cr. Technique and practice of several basic African dance forms with study of their musical, historical and cultural contexts. P: Open to Fr.
205 Dance. II; 1-4 cr. Introduction to basic elements of modern, jazz and ballet dance forms; emphasis on dance in the physical education curriculum. P: PE majors. Open to Fr.
211 Modern Dance Technique III. I, II; 1-3 cr (I). Continuation of 111 and 112. Exploration of dance dynamics and quality through improvisation and the practice of set dance sequences. P: Advanced beginner/Intermediate level. Open to Fr.
212 Modern Dance Technique IV. I, II; 1-3 cr (I). Continuation of 211. Further development of skills. Development of dance phrases and movement vocabulary for invention. P: Advanced beginner/Intermediate level. Open to Fr.
213 New Movement Techniques. II; 2 cr. Exploration of new movement techniques in dance outside of traditional forms and methods. P: Intermed level mod technique or cons inst. Open to Fr.
225 Ballet Technique II. I; 1-2 cr (I). Emphasis on basic skills; barrework, center work, petit and grand allegro, adagio, and increased use of demi-pointe. Focus on form, kinesthetic principles and aesthetic values. P: Advanced beginner/Intermediate level. Open to Fr.
226 Ballet Technique II-B. II; 2 cr. Level II Core continued expanding terminology, further developing barre work, center work, petit allegro, grand allegro; focus on form, kinesthetic principles and aesthetic values. P: Dance 225. Open to Fr.
231 Introduction to Dance/Movement Therapy. II; 2 cr. Orientation to the scope of dance therapy as a profession. Historical framework, theoretical rationale, and present application of dance/movement therapy. P: So st & cons inst.
241 Music Fundamentals for Dancers. 3 cr. Study of the elements of music and their relationship to movement, a history of contemporary music and modern dance and an introduction to digital audio applications for choreography. P: Dance major or minor & Dance 144.
255 Movement Composition for the Performing and Visual Arts. II; 2 cr (H-A). Basic principles of solo composition explored and applied to movement in visual and performing arts. P: Dance 151. Not open to Fr.
265 Dance: An Introductory Survey. II; 3 cr (H-E). An overview of issues and methods of study in dance history, aesthetics, techniques, notation systems, performances and criticism, ethnography, and dance in education and therapy. Open to Fr. P: Open to Fr.
277 African Dance Performance. (Crosslisted with Theatre) I, II; 2 cr (H-I). Technique, practice and performance of complex African and African-based dances in relation to polyrhythmic musical and percussive accompaniment. Study of historical and cultural contexts of these forms. Development of improvisational skills in dialogue with musicians. P: Dance 177 or cons inst.
311 Modern Dance Technique V. I; 1-3 cr (I). Level III. Modern dance technique on the intermediate level. Emphasis on movement skills employing proper body alignment. 311. P: Intermediate/Advanced level. Open to Fr.
312 Modern Dance Technique VI. II; 1-3 cr (I). Continuation of 311. P: Intermediate/Advanced level. Open to Fr.
325 Ballet Technique III. I, II; 1-2 cr (I). Intermediate: barrework, center work, petit and grand allegro, adagio, demi-pointe, and more complex combinations and skills. Focus on form, kinesthetic principles, and aesthetic values. P: Intermediate/Advanced level. Open to Fr.
326 Introduction to Asian Performance. (Crosslisted with Theatre, Folklore) Irr.; 3-4 cr (H-I). Issues in the study of Asian performance. Principal genres of Asian performance through study of techniques and aesthetics, and plays; East West theatre relationships. P: Jr st.
351 Video Design for the Performing and Visual Arts. 3 cr. Provides technical and aesthetic knowledge of the use of video camera and editing techniques; introduction to digital video; relationship of video to the performing and visual arts. P: Dance or IA tech majors, Dance 255 or cons inst.
353 Javanese Performance. (Crosslisted with Folklore, Theatre) I; 2 cr (I). Technique and practice of classical Javanese dance in its musical, historical and cultural contexts. P: Jr st or cons inst.
355 Dance Composition II. 2 cr (H-A). Composition and performance of dances based on pre-classic and modern dance forms to include practical application of theater production, costuming, and stage design. P: Dance 255.
371 Creative Dance for Children. 3 cr. Sensitization of the potential teacher to the movement needs of the child; activities for elementary level with emphasis on movement structures which allow child's own responses; readings, observation, and practice teaching. P: Dance 151, 167 or cons inst.
372 Teaching of Dance to Adults. 3 cr. Theory and practice. Student participation in the teaching of movement as a creative dance experience. P: Dance 161, 167, 255.
377 Cultural Cross Currents: West African Dance/Music in the Americas. (Crosslisted with Afroamer, Music) 3 cr (e-H-I). The influence of traditional West African dance/music heritage in historical, artistic, social contexts in the development of new hybrid forms of music/dance created by cross-pollination of cultures of Africans, Europeans and indigenous peoples in the New World. P: So st.
399 Independent Project. I, II; 1-3 cr (A). P: So st.
420 Sound Design for the Performing and Visual Arts. (Crosslisted with Art) 3 cr (I). Production of audio soundtracks to complement the work of artists. The relationship of sound and music to dance, video, film, computer art, and other interdisciplinary forms. P: IA tech, dance or art major or cons inst.
425 Ballet Technique IV. I; 1-2 cr (I). Intermediate/advanced: pirouettes in large poses, combinations of turning and jumping, extended and varied combinations. Increased focus on the development of artistic expression and musicality. P: Intermediate/Advanced level. Open to Fr.
430 Advanced Sound Design. (Crosslisted with Art) 3 cr. Advanced instruction in the production of sound tracks to complement the work of artists in dance, video, film, computer art and other interdisciplinary forms. P: Dance/Art 420 or cons inst.
432 History of Western Theatrical Dance. (Crosslisted with Theatre) Irr.; 3 cr (H-I). An overview of Western theatrical dance history from the Renaissance to the present. P: Jr st or cons inst.
451 Dance Repertory Theater. I; 1-3 cr (H-A). Study of choreography created by member of the faculty and guest artists, leading to public performance. P: Audition at first class meeting. Must take a majors level (100 or higher) modern or ballet technique course concurrently. Open to Fr.
452 Dance Repertory Theater. II; 1-3 cr (H-A). Study of choreography created by member of the faculty and guest artists, leading to public performance. P: Audition at first class meeting. Must take a majors level (100 or higher) modern or ballet technique course concurrently. Open to Fr.
453 Javanese Performance Repertory. (Crosslisted with Folklore, Theatre) II; 2 cr (H-D). Introduction to Javanese theatre performance in a Javanese epic tradition. Includes use of Javanese gamelan music as accompaniment for dance drama.
455 Dance Composition III. 2 cr (H-A). Principles of organization in group composition. Planning, composing and presenting of group dances. P: Dance 255.
555 Advanced Composition. 2 cr. Creation of advanced group composition projects exploring multimedia, multidisciplinary and performance forms with an emphasis on self-direction. P: Dance 355 or 455 or cons inst.
560 Current Topics in Dance: Workshop. 1-3 cr (I). P: Prereq varies according to topic.