- Solo performance.
- Quartet performance.
- Choreography.
- The professional work Rooster by Christopher Bruce.
- Rambert Dance Company
- The history of American Jazz Dance 1930-1975.
- The professional musical Singin’ in the Rain by Gene Kelly.
What are lessons like in this subject?
Students will develop their contemporary and jazz dance technique and choreography skills whilst learning to critically appreciate practitioners within the same genres.
The course is 50% practical and 50% theory. Students must have a passion for analysing professional practitioners named on the specification. Students must also have a strong dance technique and creative ideas for choreography. Lessons are challenging, engaging, dynamic and supportive to ensure all students are successful. Students have the opportunity to work with professional artists as well as seeing a variety of live performances. As well as competitive regional dance competitions and extra curricular activities.
What will I study?
The A-level course allows students to perform, choreograph, and appreciate professional work from a variety of genres of dance. Students must understand the importance of their academic studies and how this supports their practical development.
You will study the following:
What our
students
Both teachers involved in the teaching of this course are dedicated and highly knowledgable in dance technique and the theory involved in the papers. From this course I’ve gained confidence, practical dance skills and a tight relationship with my fellow dancers and teachers. The class feels more like a family, having support from everyone.
Brandon Proctor - Castleford academy
Dance
Please note: Subject videos have been filmed from colleges across our Trust.
