Dance 203

07:203:101 Dance Appreciation (3) Designed for nonmajors. Introduction to a broad spectrum of dance events through performances in New York City, throughout New Jersey, on campus, and on film and video. Discussion with guest artists. Field trip: $100 (no textbook fee). This is not required for 203 major. It is offered for general education nonmajors and does not count for credit for the 203 and 206 dance majors. Please note: Students may not receive credit for both 07:203:101 and 131.

07:203:110 Introduction to Urban Fusion Dance (2) The study of fusion dance evolving from traditional and contemporary African and African diasporic dance forms, including contemporary dances (for example: "The Dougie," "Gangnam Style," "Harlem Shake," and "Krumping"). This is a high-impact aerobic technique. Students will be introduced to these dance forms through studio practice, video, master class, and performance.

07:203:115 Introduction to Dance Studies (3) Introduction to the domain of dance practice, within a humanities context. Students observe and describe dance as a performing art and as cultural intervention. Guest artists provide performance demonstrations on a variety of topics. Descriptive and analytic writing required. Open only to dance majors.

07:203:123 Modern Dance 1 (2) Introduction to the fundamentals of movement skills and body awareness in modern dance technique, improvisation, and composition.

07:203:124 Modern Dance 2 (2) Continued development of movement skills, improvisation, and composition in modern dance. Prerequisite: 07:203:123 or permission of instructor. Dance majors and minors may repeat once for credit.

07:203:131 Dance Appreciation Online: The Art of Movement (3) Designed for nonmajors, this course is an introduction to dance as an art form, including the study of the historical, cultural, social, and performative contexts of diverse dance forms. Students will develop an appreciation of dance as a form of communication and personal expression and understand how dance reflects and comments upon contemporary society. Please note: Students may not receive credit for both 07:203:101 and 131.

07:203:132 History of Broadway Dance Online (3) Explores the evolution of dance in musical theater and on Broadway. Course topics will include a historical survey of dance on Broadway; an examination of the reciprocal relationship of Broadway dance to economic and cultural change; and a close look at the power structure and organization of Broadway musicals. The evolution of Broadway dance steps and styles and the contribution of notable dancers will be examined.

07:203:133 Dance in Instanbul: Whirling, Belly Dancing, and Revolving Around East and West (3) The course will provide an overview about dance in Istanbul from the 16th century to the present including the implications of modernity, gender, state, and religion on dance forms, with a brief summary of debates regarding the dancing body in Turkish Islamic culture. Belly dance will be explored using different points of view within the contexts of Orientalism, feminism, and exoticism. Dances in religious rituals and sacred ceremonies of the present day will be examined through text and video.

07:203:134 Dance in Israel: Body, Ideology, and Culture (3) This course provides a survey of Israel's concert dance history, from its roots in imported styles in the pre- and immediate post-state decades to the blossoming of a homegrown Israeli contemporary dance within the last few decades. Topics include aesthetic influences, significant artists, and recent innovations, with discussions about technical, stylistic, and thematic concerns. Throughout the course, dance is situated within a larger historical, sociopolitical context, and connections to politics, nationalism, religion, ethnicity, and culture are considered.

07:203:135 Dance Forms in Africa (3) This is an undergraduate level course that explores dance forms from the continent of Africa. African dance comprises of a variety of dance forms from different cultures in different blocks on the African continent. Through readings, viewings, and engagement with movement, the course introduces students to the skills of observation, movement learning, and contextual and comparative analysis, as we focus on the social, cultural, religious, and political significance of African dance forms. Types and functions of traditional African dances, contexts of performance, and their unique characteristics will also be explored.

07:203:136 Dance in India (3) This course will cover a wide range of forms practiced in India in the 20th and 21st century, including folk dances, classical dance styles, contemporary choreography, and film dances, among others. However, we will also look beyond India, into the diaspora and global contexts in which Indian dance forms are practiced.

07:203:149 Ballet 1 (2) Introduction to ballet as an art form with an emphasis on traditional steps. Dance majors may repeat this course once for credit.

07:203:150 Ballet 2 (2) Practice in the development of ballet technical skill, body alignment, and concepts of ballet aesthetics. Prerequisite: 07:203:149 or permission of instructor. Dance majors and minors may repeat this course once for credit.

07:203:155 Introduction to Jazz Dance (2) Familiarizes non-dance majors to technical and performance aspects of jazz dance. The course introduces students to a variety of jazz styles to provide a broad foundation from which to select future training opportunities. Open to non-B.F.A. dance majors.

07:203:160 Pilates Mat (1) Covers the 34 Pilates mat exercises as developed by Joseph and Clara Pilates. Variations and modifications for each of these exercises will also be taught in an effort to not only further explore the possibilities that the method offers, but to prevent injury and suit the needs of each student. Use of foam roller and magic circle props will be integrated into this practice. For B.F.A. and B.A. dance majors, dance minors, and Ed.M. dance majors only.

07:203:170 Yoga for Dancers (2) This course, specifically designed for the B.F.A., B.A., or dance minor student, will use the practice of anatomically centered hatha yoga as a means to deepen the training and facility of the student. Students will learn the historical beginnings of yoga, gaining a broad understanding of the cultural significance of this practice. Basic Sanskrit, Hindu mythology, and the culture of India will also be discussed. Open to majors 203, 206, or 207.

07:203:225 Modern Dance 3 (2) Practice in intermediate-level skills in modern dance technique. Prerequisite: 07:203:124 or permission of instructor. Dance majors and minors may repeat for credit.

07:203:226 Modern Dance 4 (2) Continued development of intermediate-level skills in modern dance technique. Prerequisites: 07:203:225 or permission of instructor. Open only to dance majors and dance minors. Dance majors and minors may repeat for credit.

07:203:248 Ballet 3 (2) Development of intermediate-level skills in ballet. Prerequisites: 07:203:150 or permission of instructor. Open only to dance majors and dance minors. May be repeated for credit.

07:203:329 Dance Composition (2) Development of fundamental skills in choreography. Pre- or or corequisite: 07:206:142. Open only to B.A. dance majors and dance minors.

07:203:363 B.A. Minor Modern Dance Repertory (2) Study and performance of original or repertory works, both historical and contemporary, by guest or resident choreographers. Open only to B.A. dance majors and dance minors.