Transfer Coursework.

An introduction to dance composition with an emphasis on spatial design, sources of movement, viewing choreography, and the basic elements of space, time, shape, and motion. Course may be repeated 2 times for credit.

A beginning course in tap introducing basic rhythmic movement skills necessary for various tap styles. Course may be repeated 2 times for credit.

Introduction to basic technique and African ethnic dance forms including three traditional dances. Course may be repeated 2 times for credit.

Introduction to Brazilian dance, focusing especially on samba, the overview of history and cultural context. Course may be repeated 2 times for credit.

An introduction to classical ballet. Basic theory and techniques of classical ballet as well as the appreciation of the art form. Course may be repeated 2 times for credit.

An introductory course to the basic foundations of jazz dance, emphasizing body placement, isolations, and rhythmic qualities of jazz. Course may be repeated 2 times for credit.

Introduction to contemporary dance technique, with emphasis on alignment and basic elements of space, shape, time, and motion. Includes theory and application of dance as an art form. Course may be repeated 2 times for credit.

An introductory movement class designed to provide beginning level students with an embodiment of mind/body/movement skills associated with the concept of movement literacy. Activities: movement sessions, improvisational activities, meaningful reflection and analysis of body language used as experiences in moving/thinking that progress toward a confident person moving with physical intelligence through life.

A structured and at times spontaneous exploration of space, time, shape, sound, scenario, motion, and expenditure of energy to the end of attracting and holding the attention of the audience.

Embodied Writing: This introductory course activates the body and movement to fine tune and discover creative writing modalities. Movement will be the nexus (the connective tissue) agent to discover tools to support existing writing strategies and new ways of writing. Dancers and non-dance majors are welcome.

An introduction to classical ballet including beginning ballet technique and an overview of ballet history from its inception to the present day.

An introduction to modern dance including beginning modern dance technique and an overview of modern dance history from its inception to the present day.

An introductory course for students who seek information regarding the different aspects of the dance world, including different genres (ballet, modern, jazz, and world dance). Special emphasis is given to the role of American Vernacular dance - jazz dance and its identity in the dance scene of America.

This course offers an exploration of several aspects of yoga, including the physical practice, breathing techniques, yoga philosophy and meditation. This class is open to students of all levels and we will start with fundamentals and progress into a more vigorous, vinyasa style yoga class. We will use the breath to flow through sequences of yoga postures, including sun salutations, standing asanas, balancing asanas, arm balances, back bends, and inversions. Delving into yoga philosophy and meditation, in class and through outside assignments, will provide students with tools for cultivating mindfulness.

Continuation of DANC 2010.

Continuation of Tap I. Course may be repeated 4 times for credit.

Continuation of the development of African dance skills with emphasis on understanding and demonstrating basic components necessary to choreograph traditional African dance movements. Course may be repeated 4 times for credit.

Continuation of 1930. Course may be repeated 4 times for credit.

Transfer Coursework at the 2000 level. Department approval may be required.

A continuation of the development of movement skills with emphasis on alignment and expanded jazz dance vocabulary. Course may be repeated 4 times for credit.

Continuation of the development of movement skills with emphasis on hip-hop jazz vocabulary and performance. May be taken for credit four times.

This 2-credit class offers a continuation of the development of contemporary dance skills with emphasis on coordination, body awareness, alignment and an expanded movement vocabulary. This is a studio course, but includes some aspects of theory, history, and appreciation of modern and contemporary dance. Course may be repeated 4 times for credit.

This course will study, compare selected social and vernacular dances from early American vernacular jazz dance and selected Afro-Caribbean dance idioms: Coursework includes assigned reading, lecture, research, videotape viewing and studio dancing. 

A seminar and practicum course providing opportunities for dance students to acquire skills in dance teaching methodologies and strategies. Topics include organization of subject matter, weekly and unit lesson planning, development of assessments, utilization of information technology for instruction, working with diverse populations of students. Activities include observation in college classrooms (shadowing), seminars and conferences with teachers in field, in-class/micro/peer teaching, and 50 hours of field work including observation and consultation with dance field professor and field-experience teaching of assistant teaching at NOPS in discipline-based or curriculum-based programs.

An in-depth study of dance composition with an emphasis on choreographic design and dynamics, creating new movement materials, working with music, and choreographing complete solo works.

Laban Movement Analysis (LMA), developed by Rudolph Laban, is a theoretical framework and language for describing movement through movement experiences, observations and theoretical discussions. It is a system of observing, analyzing, and synthesizing patterns of movement within the context of the actions. The goal of LMA is to be fully embodied, to access maximum movement potential, to find authentic movement, and to integrate the body and mind in the study of effort, shape, and space.

Dance Movement Science is an introduction to the field of Dance Science. This course will explore various somatic practices and benefits of cross-training. Additionally students will learn anatomy, anatomical analysis, conditioning principals and develop applicable skills that they may apply to their studio practice and dance performance.

In this course you will learn the principles of conditioning and how to use them to train, maintain and care for your body, the instrument of the art of dance. You will also build physical capacities to improve your dance performance and reduce injury. Additionally, students will be introduced to various somatic practices that support their studio work.

This 2-credit class offers a continuation of the development of contemporary dance skills with emphasis on coordination, body awareness, alignment and an expanded movement vocabulary. This is a studio course, but includes some aspects of theory, history, and appreciation of modern and contemporary dance. Can be repeated for credit.

An intermediate course in tap dance with emphasis on alignment and rhythmic skills. Course may be repeated 6 times for credit.

Continuation of the development of classical ballet technique with emphasis on alignment and expanded movement vocabulary. Includes theory of ballet and appreciation of ballet as an art form. Class meets 2 times per week. Course may be repeated 6 times for credit.

This 2-credit class offers a continuation of the development contemporary dance skills with emphasis on coordination, body awareness, alignment and an expanded movement vocabulary. This is a studio course, but includes some aspects of theory, history, and appreciation of modern and contemporary dance.

Continuation of the development of classical ballet technique with emphasis on alignment and expanded movement vocabulary. Includes theory of ballet and appreciation of ballet as an art form. Course meets 4 days per week. Course may be repeated 6 times for credit.

Students complete a service activity in the community in conjunction with the content of a three-credit croquets course. Course may be repeated up to unlimited credit hours.

Transfer Coursework at the 3000 level. Department approval may be required.

A study of jazz dance at the intermediate level, including warm-ups, isolations, and locomotor movements specific to the jazz dance style. Historical developments of jazz and musical theatre dance are emphasized. Course may be repeated 6 times for credit.

The New Orleans Jazz Project: Newcomb College Summer Dance Festival is presented for two weeks annually in June offering an intensive schedule of technique classes in jazz, African, musical theatre, tap, hip hop, and modern dance forms, with repertory classes which culminates in performance by the participants. Lecture-demonstration projects, special lectures, and professional performances complete programming for evening events. Final decision on placement of students in technique and repertory classes will be determined by the faculty at the beginning of the workshop. Course may be repeated 6 times for credit. Course may be repeated up to unlimited credit hours.

Practical performing experience in dance. Required for the dance minor. Course may be repeated 6 times for credit.

A continuation of DANC 3520 with emphasis on group forms, sound sources for dance and development of fully designed dance pieces.

An experiential learning process coupled with pertinent academic course work, e.g. Internship seminars offered by the Tulane University Center for Public Service for fulfillment of second tier public service. Only one internship may be completed per semester. Course may be repeated up to unlimited credit hours.

Performing experience, advanced-level dance techniques and practical experience in dance production. Course may be repeated 8 times for credit.

A continuation of dance composition with emphasis on development, research and production of senior concert pieces with written analysis of process. Course may be repeated 8 times for credit.

An introduction to dance for camera in its various forms. It provides a brief overview of aesthetic, historic, and cultural representations of the body through image and media and offers a context in which to explore visual imagery and narrative within the frame of camera/screen.

Advanced choreographic projects.

A survey of dance, including the anthropological aspects of dance, in primitive cultures and the development of dance in the Western World.

A survey of dance in the 20th-century United States emphasizing the development of modern dance, its impact on classical ballet and on dance in the Western World.

This survey course traces the development and evolution of Ballet and Modern Dance from the Renaissance through the present day

This 2-credit class offers a continuation of the development of contemporary dance skills with emphasis on coordination, body awareness, alignment and an expanded movement vocabulary. This is a studio course, but includes some aspects of theory, history, and appreciation of modern and contemporary dance. Course may be repeated for credit.

Specialty courses in dance techniques, projects, and dance related subjects as designed by dance faculty. Course may be repeated 8 times for credit.

Classical ballet technique with emphasis on alignment, complex movement combinations, and precision in execution. Includes pointe work and theory of ballet as an art form. Class meets 2 days per week. Course may be repeated 8 times for credit.

This 2-credit class offers a continuation of the development of contemporary dance skills with emphasis on coordination, body awareness, alignment and an expanded movement vocabulary. This is a studio course, but includes some aspects of theory, history, and appreciation of modern and contemporary dance. Courses may be repeated for credit.

Classical ballet technique with emphasis on alignment, complex movement combinations, and precision in execution. Includes pointe work and theory of ballet as an art form. Class meets 4 days per week. Course may be repeated 8 times for credit.

Students complete a service activity in the community in conjunction with the content of a three-credit co-requisite course. Course may be repeated up to unlimited credit hours.

This course will be taught in coordination with courses offered at Xavier and Dillard Universities. The course examines the theory and practice of community-based arts, civic engagement in higher education, and the relationship between art and community development. Students will work in teams with local artists on Home, New Orleans?, a multi-disciplinary, art-and-community-development project grounded in 4 selected New Orleans neighborhoods, the 9th Ward, the 7th Ward, Central City and Lakeview.

Independent projects with professors. Course may be repeated 8 times for credit.

An advanced study of dance devoted to movement exploration involving spatial, dynamic, and rhythmic combinations of various jazz and musical theatre dance styles. Historical study of jazz dance development is emphasized. Course may be repeated 8 times for credit.

An advanced course in rhythm tap with emphasis on complex rhythm patterns requiring intricate foot articulations and stylistic dance movements. Course may be repeated 8 times for credit.

Honors Thesis.

Senior Honors Project in Fine Arts

For especially qualified seniors with approval of the faculty director and the Office of Academic Enrichment. Students must have a minimum of a 3.400 overall grade-point average and a 3.500 grade-point average in the major.

Senior Honors Project in Fine Arts

Junior year abroad. Course may be repeated up to unlimited credit hours.

Creative Projects (CP) are advanced level choreographic and creative studies or projects coordinated by DGS. Movement Practice (MP) is participation in either existing dance technique classes offered by the department or in existing individual movement practices. CP consists of advanced assignments taught by various dance faculty members, undergraduate student projects, and/or guest artist projects. For MP if students participate in technique classes offered by the department, these classes are combined with undergraduate students. Graduate students are expected to participate in the entire semester of the classes with advanced engagement with class materials. Graduate students, as returning professionals with existing individual movement practice, may elect to continue that practice. This course is core for IDP MFA. Required 5 of 6 semesters and repeatable up to 6 times.

A graduate level course where choreographers work on individual and collaborative projects that examine the relationship between a variety of texts, existent and original, and communication through movement.  Projects/studies are presented throughout the semester.  Taught in conjunction with MFA in Playwriting, and with direct in-program experience with Performance I (DANC/THEA 2010) for undergraduate students.

This seminar introduces graduate students to dance and performance research and dance and performance theory by examining the work of contemporary scholars/researchers, dance/performance historians, and dance/performance critics. The class will include creative assignment correlated with theory and will cover several aspects of writing, including: research methods; literature review: dance and performance evolution and history; analysis of choreography and performance; performance descriptions; writing about dance and the moving body; and theoretical approaches to create original scholarship.

Advanced level choreographic or creative projects

This course provides an introduction to dance for camera in its various forms, from the video-taping and editing of dance for the purpose of documentation, to the creation of dances made specifically for the screen. It provides a brief overview of aesthetic, historic and cultural representations of the body through image and media, and offers a context in which to explore visual imagery and narrative within the frame of the camera/screen, in contrast to that of the proscenium stage. This material is intended as a springboard for further in-depth exploration.

Survey of teaching practices.

Laban Movement Analysis (LMA), developed by Rudolph Laban is a theoretical framework and language for describing movement through movement experiences observations and theoretical discussions. It is a system of observing, analyzing, and synthesizing patterns of movement within the context of the actions. The goal of LMA is to be fully embodied, to access maximum movement potential, to find authentic movement, and to integrate the body and mind to the study of effort, shape, and space.

This course focuses on current. not-for-profit. performing arts organizations in New Orleans through real time grant making. Working directly with two local performing arts organizations. students will create project proposals with their community partner, and collectively award $10,000 over the course of the semester. With this experiential philanthropy. we will study the nonprofit sector. civil society. and social justice by having students confront the power and privilege of managing scarce resources in the face of abundant need.

Special topics in Dance.

Special offering.

Special topics in Dance.

Students complete a service activity in the community in conjunction with the content of a three-credit co-requisite course. Course may be repeated up to unlimited credit hours.

Independent Study in Dance.

MFA Internship, Elective, unpaid, 3, 6, or 9 credits (1/3, 2/3, or full semester variable). The MFA internship is a professional learning experience that offers meaningful, practical work related to a student's field of study or career interest. This elective course is for exceptional cases with opportunity to work with an outside organization, arts-specific or otherwise, that benefit the final thesis or work post-MFA of the graduate student. Student is responsible for finding internship partner, presenting an internship prospectus for approval, with student and internship partner signatures, by Tulane registration period during the semester prior to registration for the internship. DGS/faculty approval required prior to registration for the course. See department DGS for specific requirements for each credit level.

MFA Internship, Elective, unpaid, 3, 6, or 9 credits (1/3, 2/3, or full semester variable). The MFA internship is a professional learning experience that offers meaningful, practical work related to a student's field of study or career interest. This elective course is for exceptional cases with opportunity to work with an outside organization, arts-specific or otherwise, that benefit the final thesis or work post-MFA of the graduate student. Student is responsible for finding internship partner, presenting an internship prospectus for approval, with student and internship partner signatures, by Tulane registration period during the semester prior to registration for the internship. DGS/faculty approval required prior to registration for the course. See department DGS for specific requirements for each credit level

Development of electronic portfolio, including arts administration topics. This course will prepare the student's portfolio, as well as the student, for the professional world, with emphasis on development of digital vitae/resumes, artistic statements, choreography reel, web site, portfolio, organization of materials, job search techniques, grant writing, and interview preparation.

Performance and Written project

DANC 7991 is the culminating written component of the IDP MFA thesis project. It is the analysis, dramaturgy, and written thesis of the project developed and presented for DANC 7990, Thesis Project I - Performance. Oral presentation and defense of the thesis project production (DANC 7990) and the written thesis (DANC 7991) is required at the end of the semester for DGS, Dance Faculty, Committee of Study, and invited guests. Graduate school guidelines apply for completion of the written thesis.

Continuation of MFA Thesis work. Course may be repeated up to unlimited credit hours