DANCE 1010
Introduction to Dance as a Contemporary Art Form
Introduction to dance as a creative art form. Through practical work in the studio, students gain an understanding of the human body as an instrument of expression and of motion as the medium of dance. Technique, analysis, and creative work. Not open to majors. May be repeated once for credit.
Instructors
Amarnath Ghosh, Caroline Gonsalves Bertho, Cecil Slaughter, David Marchant, Emily Ehling, Kendra Key, Marchant, Mariko Kumanomido, Slaughter, Tess Losada-Tindall
Reviews
I loved this course with Professor Marchant so much! If you have any interest in dance, take this course. The professor is so encouraging and makes everyone feel comfortable at the skill level they are at. He promotes an environment where you can learn about modern dance history and explore your body's dance style without judgment.
12/13/2021
He's a really cool guy, and makes the class super accessible to non-dancers. Definitely go in with an open mind, some of the things he says and has you do are a little bit out there, but if you let go of your inhibitions, you get a lot out of the class. Attendance is mandatory, otherwise, a very easy A, would definitely recommend.
12/18/2016
As long as you come to class and appear engaged, this class is an easy A. Marchant is a fantastic person and always interesting. The class may seem a little weird at first but I absolutely loved hearing him explain his perspectives on dance and life. I am not a dancer at all, but I never felt self-conscious.
12/5/2016
David is a wonderful dancer and human being. His class is all about exploration and grades you on your personal effort (meaning most students get high marks). I highly recommend this class!
1/3/2008
Cecil is absolutely the man. for an intro class, we did a lot and it was definitely more difficult than i expected, but i kind of liked that. he grades 100% on effort and your growth as a dancer because some people in your class will suck, like me, and others will come with experience.
9/22/2006
If you really invest yourself in the class and the dance performances on campus, you'll definitely grow to appreciate and understand his unique worldview. A fantastic dancer and a helpful, wonderful teacher. I never once felt self-conscious - he sees beauty and potential in every dancer. Did not play favorites, at least not in our class.
4/30/2006
This man is living in his own world. It's funny at first, but after a semester of his theories on existance, you want to shoot yourself. He also seriously plays favorites.
4/24/2006