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Dance (DANC)
- http://www.usc.edu/dance/
- D class assignments available in STO328; phone (213) 740-9327.
- The Kaufman School of Dance wants to be sure that all students can register - please call our advisor at 213-740-9327 if you have any problems registering.
Topics related to dance techniques, repertory and varied art forms. Aimed at the interdisciplinary expansion of dance literacy and connections to allied art forms. Open only to Dance majors.
- Restriction: Registration open to the following major(s): Dance
- Restriction: Registration open to the following school(s): Glorya Kaufman School of Dance
| Section | Session | Type | Time | Days | Registered | Instructor | Location | Syllabus | Info |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 22352D | 001 | Lecture | 5:00-5:50pm | Wednesday | 33 of 40 | Patrick Corbin | PED207 | PDF (115851 KB) |   |
The practice and aesthetics of international dance styles through lecture and participant-driven interaction.
| Section | Session | Type | Time | Days | Registered | Instructor | Location | Syllabus | Info |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 22358D | 001 | Lecture | 5:00-6:50pm | Monday | 32 of 40 | Jackie Kopcsak, Saleemah Knight | AHFB20 | PDF (215353 KB) | |
Fundamental technique studies in a studio setting. Concentration on classical ballet, hip hop and its derivatives, partnering and contemporary techniques essential to the dancers development. Recommended preparation: Ballet, hip hop, pointe, modern dance, and/or jazz studies. Placement audition required. Open only to dance majors.
- Restriction: Registration open to the following major(s): Dance
- Restriction: Registration open to the following school(s): Glorya Kaufman School of Dance
| Section | Session | Type | Time | Days | Registered | Instructor | Location | Syllabus | Info |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 22360D | 001 | Lecture | 8:00-11:50am | MWF | 33 of 40 | Jodie Gates, | PED207 | PDF (125844 KB) | |
| 8:00-10:50am | Tue, Thu | D Grimes, Patrick Corbin, Jackie Kopcsak, Thomas McManus | PED207 |
Study and guided practice of traditional and contemporary choreographic repertory. Emphasis in choreographic intention, stylistic approaches and performance technique. Recommended preparation: Ballet, hip hop pointe, modern dance, and/or jazz studies. Open only to dance majors.
- Restriction: Registration open to the following major(s): Dance
- Restriction: Registration open to the following school(s): Glorya Kaufman School of Dance
- Note: New faculty member Patrick Corbin will be the instructor for this course.
| Section | Session | Type | Time | Days | Registered | Instructor | Location | Syllabus | Info |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 22362D | 001 | Lecture | 2:00-4:50pm | MWF | 33 of 40 | Patrick Corbin, Thomas McManus | PED207 | PDF (107039 KB) |  |
An introduction to improvisational and composition skills that start to prepare students for the creative processes of dancing, dance-making and performance. Recommended preparation: Extensive Ballet Training. Open only to dance majors.
- Restriction: Registration open to the following major(s): Dance
- Restriction: Registration open to the following school(s): Glorya Kaufman School of Dance
- Note: New faculty member Thomas McManus will be the instructor for this course.
| Section | Session | Type | Time | Days | Registered | Instructor | Location | Syllabus | Info |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 22365D | 001 | Lecture | 2:00-3:20pm | Tue, Thu | 33 of 40 | Thomas McManus | PED207 | PDF (153394 KB) | |
a: Beginning techniques of classical ballet consisting of basic barre and center work; basic body and arm positions, port de bras, allegro and elementary adagio. Duplicates credit in former THTR 183a.
| Section | Session | Type | Time | Days | Registered | Instructor | Location | Syllabus | Info |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 22391R | 001 | Lecture | 10:00-11:20am | Mon, Wed | 22 of 25 | Angel Papadakis | AHFB20 | PDF (719065 KB) | |
Beginning techniques and practice of jazz dance. Duplicates credit in former THTR 184a.
| Section | Session | Type | Time | Days | Registered | Instructor | Location | Syllabus | Info |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 22411R | 001 | Lecture | 11:30-12:50pm | Mon, Wed | 19 of 25 | Saleemah Knight | AHFB20 | PDF (236264 KB) | |
Continuing study in the techniques of jazz dance. Duplicates credit in former THTR 184b.
- Prerequisite: DANC 184a
- Note: Contact aubertsa@usc.edu for a pre-requisite waiver to take this course, if you have not completed DANC 184a but have dance experience.
| Section | Session | Type | Time | Days | Registered | Instructor | Location | Syllabus | Info |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 22415R | 001 | Lecture | 11:00-12:20pm | Tue, Thu | 15 of 25 | Saleemah Knight | AHFB20 | PDF (237218 KB) | |
Elements of Hip-Hop dance, including technique, movement, musical rhythm, tempo and phrasing required to develop the skills needed to perform this unique dance form. Duplicates credit in former THTR 185.
| Section | Session | Type | Time | Days | Registered | Instructor | Location | Syllabus | Info |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 22423R | 001 | Lecture | 12:00-1:50pm | Friday | 16 of 25 | E Durden | AHFB20 | PDF (247142 KB) | |
| 22424R | 001 | Lecture | 6:30-7:50pm | Tue, Thu | 15 of 50 | E Durden | MHP101 | PDF (247925 KB) | |
| 22425R | 001 | Lecture | 10:00-11:50am | Friday | 16 of 25 | E Durden | AHFB20 | PDF (246856 KB) | |
| 22426R | 001 | Lecture | 2:30-3:50pm | Mon, Wed | 19 of 25 | D Grimes | AHFB20 | | |
| 22427R | 001 | Lecture | 5:00-6:20pm | Tue, Thu | 12 of 25 | E Durden | AHFB20 | PDF (247455 KB) | |
| 22429R | 001 | Lecture | 5:00-6:20pm | Mon, Wed | 18 of 50 | D Grimes | MHP101 | |
Representative ballroom dances: waltz, slow foxtrot, tango, and quickstep. a: Beginning. Graded CR/NC. Duplicates credit in former THTR 188a
| Section | Session | Type | Time | Days | Registered | Instructor | Location | Syllabus | Info |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 22430R | 001 | Lecture | 6:30-7:50pm | Mon, Wed | 39 of 50 | Jesus Fuentes | MHP101 | Word (48802 KB) | |
| 22431R | 001 | Lecture | 2:00-4:50pm | Friday | 15 of 25 | Jesus Fuentes | AHFB20 | Word (51732 KB) | |
| 22432R | 001 | Lecture | 5:00-6:20pm | Mon, Wed | Canceled | Jesus Fuentes | | ||
| 22433R | 001 | Lecture | 8:00-9:20pm | Tue, Thu | 21 of 50 | Jesus Fuentes | MHP101 | Word (50296 KB) | |
| 22434R | 001 | Lecture | 5:00-6:20pm | Tue, Thu | 39 of 50 | Jesus Fuentes | MHP101 | Word (48604 KB) | |
Examination of the role of dance in popular culture in a studio setting. Practical studies in styles and their evolution in recreational and professional settings.
- General Education: This course satisfies the university's general education requirement.
| Section | Session | Type | Time | Days | Registered | Instructor | Location | Syllabus | Info |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 22470R | 001 | Lecture | 2:00-3:40pm | Mon, Wed | 35 of 35 | Saleemah Knight | MHPB7B | PDF (305156 KB) | |
Gateway to the minor in Dance. Concepts of art exemplified in dance; origins and evolution of classic and contemporary dance forms; elements of art criticism applied to dance productions. Required attendance at dance concerts and art exhibits. Duplicates credit in former THTR 280.
- General Education: This course satisfies the university's general education requirement.
| Section | Session | Type | Time | Days | Registered | Instructor | Location | Syllabus | Info |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 22490R | 001 | Lecture | 12:00-1:40pm | Mon, Wed | 34 of 35 | Margo Apostolos | VKC211 | |
Introduction to the history and practice of Urban Folk Dance including hip hop, freestyle, street dance and the relevant social dances of the 20th century. (Duplicates credit in former DANC 402)
- General Education: This course satisfies the university's general education requirement.
| Section | Session | Type | Time | Days | Registered | Instructor | Location | Syllabus | Info |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 22510R | 001 | Lecture | 2:00-3:40pm | Tue, Thu | 30 of 30 | D Grimes | VKC200 | |
Exploration of dance as an art form in its artistic, political, and socio-cultural climate. Studies of the continuum of dance within its historical context. (Duplicates credit in former DANC 442a)
- General Education: This course satisfies the university's general education requirement.
- Note: This course carries GE credit but it is intended for a specific group of students rather than a general student audience. Dance majors can obtain D-clearance through the department.
| Section | Session | Type | Time | Days | Registered | Instructor | Location | Syllabus | Info |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 22515D | 001 | Lecture | 2:00-3:40pm | Mon, Wed | 3 of 35 | Jackie Kopcsak | VKC203 | PDF (295571 KB) | |
Individual research and readings. Open only to juniors and seniors. Not available for graduate credit.
- Restriction: Registration open to the following class level(s): Junior, Senior
| Section | Session | Units | Type | Time | Days | Registered | Instructor | Location | Syllabus | Info |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 22582D | 001 | 1.0-8.0 | Lecture | TBA | TBA | 1 of 5 | Jodie Gates | STO328 | |