Choreography and the Moving Body · Contemporary

Kinesiology and Artistic Longevity

Studying the mechanics of the human body to improve performance and prevent injury in the arts.

Key Questions

  1. 1How does an understanding of anatomy change an artist's approach to their craft?
  2. 2What is the relationship between physical effort and aesthetic grace?
  3. 3How can we balance the pursuit of perfection with the health of the artist?

Ontario Curriculum Expectations

ON: Dance: Creating, Presenting, and Performing - Grade 11ON: Dance: Foundations - Grade 11
Grade: Grade 11
Subject: The Arts
Unit: Choreography and the Moving Body
Period: Contemporary

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