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Welcome to the Dance Department
Dance is important to the growth, self-esteem, and creative expression of students. Through dance, students learn teamwork, focus, and improvisational skills. Dance awakens new perceptions in students that help them learn and think in new ways.
Key Stage 3:
The key stage 3 programme is intended to introduce students to dance and to prepare them for entry into BTEC. The students explore a variety of topics and themes covering a wide range of dance styles and issues. The basic concepts of Performance, Composition and Appreciation are introduced with students developing skills in all areas over the course of the programme.
Key Stage 4:
Edexcel BTEC First Certificate Level 2 Performing Arts (Dance)
-equivalent to 2 GCSEs
This course is about taking your first steps into the real world of performing arts, with a focus on developing skills in practical dance. If you are interested in developing your experience of dance styles, along with extending your own creative ability, this is the course for you! You will study performing dance, contemporary dance, and understanding dance and will have the opportunity to take part in dance performances, workshops and theatre trips. To be awarded a grade in the BTEC First Certificate, students must complete all three units and achieve a minimum of a pass in each unit. A Pass is equivalent to 2 C grades at GCSE, a Merit to 2 B grades at GCSE, a Distinction to 2 A grades at GCSE and a Distinction* to 2 A* grades at GCSE.
Within Dance lessons and workshops students will:
- Learn many new dance skills
- Compose solo, duet and group dances
- Perform extracts of professional dances
- Have the opportunity to perform to various audiences
- Attend specialist workshops led by professional dancers
- Have the opportunity to watch live performances by professional dance companies
- Study professional dance work both practically and theoretically
- Develop both appreciation and evaluation skills
- Achieve grades Distinction* (2 x A*), Distinction (2 x A), Merit (2 x B), Pass (2 x C).
Key Stage 5:
Edexcel BTEC National Award Level 3 Performing Arts (Dance)
An ideal course for those who wish to specialise in dance, develop their knowledge and technique, and experience life as part of a dance company. The course is ideal progress onto an HND or degree. This is a specialised vocational programme that can be combined with other Level 3 courses of study. A combination with the National Award in Performing Arts Acting is strongly recommended for applicants with a particular interest in performance.You will study the following units:
- Performing to an Audience
- Dance Appreciation
- Contemporary Technique
- Dance Performance
- Choreographic Principles
The course is designed to give you the experience of being part of a dance company. You will have the opportunity to perform in high quality venues, take part in professional workshops practising the responsibilities of a professional company and view professional dance companies.
Teaching/Learning and Assessment: There is group and individual work, written assignments, live performances, discussions, tutorials and independent learning. Facilities include a dance studio with a sprung dance floor and mirrors and a studio rehearsal room / dance performance area. Practical and written assignments are marked internally according to the Edexcel criteria and verified by a visiting examiner. Assessments will also be through dance company delivery workshops and final performances .
Qualification achieved: BTEC National Award in Performing Arts - Dance. Equivalent to one A Level A*- C grade.
Dance
Miss Y Bitner (Leader of Dance)-
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Miss C Gregory-
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Mrs P Lee (Head of Department)-
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