Structuring a Dance: Beginning, Middle, End
Students will learn basic choreographic structures, including how to create a clear beginning, development, and resolution in a dance.
Key Questions
- Explain how a choreographer builds tension and release within a dance piece.
- Construct a short dance sequence with a clear narrative arc, including a climax and resolution.
- Analyze how repetition and variation are used to develop themes in choreography.
Common Core State Standards
Suggested Methodologies
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