Ballet
The term Ballet means what?
"Complete Work"-a story that has a beginning, a development, and an ending.
Jazz evolved along lines parallel to what type of Music
Jazz Music
Who helped influence and create tap dance?
rhythms and tribal dances of the African slaves
Ballet class is taught where?
In a dance studio.
What is a Choreographer?
Choreographer: the person who creates all of the dances
Ballet features include:
turned out leg, pointed foot, lifted torso, regal movement
Jazz is a blend of what two cultures?
European and African Traditions in an American environment.
What type of footwork is included in tap?
concentrates on intricate, rhythmical footwork accented by metal taps attached to the bottoms of dancer’s shoes
How do Dancers begin dance class
The dancers begin class by holding onto the barre, a long wooden rail attached to the wall.
Theatrical Dance is . . .
dance used in musical theater productions.
A ballet shoe is a soft leather canvas shoe which hugs the foot like a glove. Why it is designed that way?
Designed to allow the dancer to feel the floor.
Jazz dance moves consist of what?
Jazz dance started off with lively and unexpected movements. Improvisation.
What are some basic Tap dance moves?
Basic Tap moves include the shuffle ball, ball change, step-heel and heel-step, and single buffalo.
How do you end dance class?
Reverence: a gracious bow or curtsy practiced at the end of class.
What style of dance is used in musical theater?
Style will vary depending on the style of music
Ballet was developed for the _______________________________
royal courts of Europe.
Jazz Dance is found where?
Jazz Dance is found in social dances,
Describe tap shoes.
metal taps attached to the bottoms of dancer’s shoes
What is corps de ballet?
Corps de ballet: refers to the main group of dancers who are seen onstage in groups
Who is Agnes De Mille?
Agnes De Mille is the choreographer given credit for first using dance to advance the plot
What does Pas De Deux mean?
- a dance for two- a man and woman performing together.
Today, jazz dance can be performed to what types of music?
Forms of contemporary music not only jazz music.
What cultures influenced tap?
Irish and African
What is an Artistic director
The person who guides the company in all artistic matters such as choosing the repertoire (what the company will perform)
What show is the longest running show?
The longest running show in Broadway history, Michael Bennett’s A Chorus Line, uses tap, ballet, and jazz.