Movement and Choreography · Dance and Kinesthetics

Choreographic Structures

Exploring how to organize movements into sequences using patterns, repetition, and variation.

Key Questions

  1. 1How can a recurring movement act as a 'theme' in a dance piece?
  2. 2In what ways does the use of levels (high, medium, low) create visual interest?
  3. 3How do dancers use the negative space around them to enhance a performance?

Common Core State Standards

NCAS: Creating DA.Cr2.1.6NCAS: Creating DA.Cr1.1.6
Grade: 6th Grade
Subject: Visual & Performing Arts
Unit: Movement and Choreography
Period: Dance and Kinesthetics

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