Elements and Performance Criteria
- Review tap as an art form
- Develop basic tap dance performance skills
- Under the guidance of mentors or teachers, develop a range of basic tap dance skills
- Follow safe dance practices at all times to prevent injury to self and others
- Experiment with performing a few bars of own choreography in a group format
- Follow advice from others about ways to improve own dance technique
- Perform short dance routines
- Discuss the intention and key aspects of routines with relevant personnel
- Apply basic make-up and wear appropriate costumes for performances
- Perform simple routines combining discrete movements individually or synchronise movements with ensemble where required
- Use props effectively as required
- Demonstrate style and grace through coordination of arm lines
- Follow direction from relevant personnel
- Observe and follow dictates of music and rhythm
- Seek feedback from others about ways to improve tap techniques