Application
This unit describes the performance outcomes, skills and knowledge required to incorporate artistic expression into basic dance performances under the supervision of experienced dancers and dance teachers.
This unit applies to persons with some practical experience dancing with a partner or as members of a group in any dance style or genre. Performances would usually be for small audiences.
No licensing, legislative or certification requirements apply to this unit at the time of publication.
Elements and Performance Criteria
Elements Elements describe the essential outcomes. | Performance Criteria Performance criteria describe the performance needed to demonstrate achievement of the element. |
1. Rehearse basic dance techniques | 1.1 Observe safe dance practices, including warm-up and warm-down exercises before and after dance activities 1.2 Demonstrate elements of dance sequences when rehearsing for performances 1.3 Apply memory-retention skills when rehearsing dance sequences 1.4 Incorporate knowledge of musicality and phrasing into dance rehearsals 1.5 Use dance or performance space appropriately in dance sequences 1.6 Follow direction from relevant personnel 1.7 Seek feedback from others about ways to improve basic dance techniques |
2. Develop expressive techniques | 2.1 Take the origin and characteristics of the chosen dance style into account when experimenting with expressive techniques 2.2 Develop an appreciation of the basic concepts of aesthetics in dance 2.3 Demonstrate correct posture and body alignment appropriate to the dance technique and movement 2.4 Demonstrate isolation and coordination of the upper and lower body in simple movement sequences 2.5 Apply a range of techniques that integrate balance, flexibility, coordination, weight transfer and control and articulation of individual body parts 2.6 Seek feedback from others about ways to improve incorporating artistic expression into basic dance performances |
3. Perform basic dance techniques | 3.1 Interpret and apply knowledge of a range of performance characteristics 3.2 Apply memory retention skills, control and finesse when combining dance techniques in performances 3.3 Maintain concentration and focus during performances 3.4 Ensure performances are characterised by the expressive use of movement dynamics 3.5 Adjust performances to the scale and nature of venues 3.6 Incorporate musicality and phrasing throughout performances 3.7 Apply individual artistic, interpretative and expressive qualities to performances 3.8 Seek feedback from others about ways to improve performing basic dance sequences |
Evidence of Performance
Evidence of the ability to:
perform a range of basic dance movements
apply the concepts of artistic expression and dance aesthetics to the performance of two basic dance sequences
respond to constructive feedback on own performance.
Note: If a specific volume or frequency is not stated, then evidence must be provided for each of the above points at least once.
Evidence of Knowledge
To complete the unit requirements the individual must:
describe basic health and safety procedures that apply in dance rehearsals and performance
describe key aspects of the following performance characteristics:
lighting as it applies to dance productions
stage settings, production terminology and stage etiquette
relationship between hair, costumes and make-up in a dance performance
body and face make-up techniques
ways to organise appropriate costuming
explain the following principles that relate to dance movements and techniques:
relationship with gravity
spatial awareness
successional movement
use of breath
folding
extending
rotating
shifting weight
explain how the following apply to safe dance practice and injury prevention:
articulation of the spine
engagement of the feet
bases of support, including feet, legs, hands, arms and torso
range of motion of the joints
differentiation of the legs and pelvis
healthy nutrition and diet.
Assessment Conditions
Assessment must be conducted in a safe environment where evidence gathered demonstrates consistent performance of typical activities experienced in creative arts industry environments. The assessment environment must include access to appropriate dance performance areas or spaces.
Assessors of this unit must satisfy the requirements for assessors in applicable vocational educational and training legislation, frameworks and/or standards.
Foundation Skills
This section describes language, literacy, numeracy and employment skills incorporated in the performance criteria that are required for competent performance.
Skill | Performance Criteria | Description |
Learning | 1.7, 2.6, 3.8 | Seeks feedback and accepts guidance from relevant personnel |
Oral communication | 1.6, 1.7, 2.6, 3.8 | Obtains information by listening and questioning Follows directions from relevant personnel |
Navigate the world of work | 1.1 | Applies a knowledge of safe dance practices to rehearsals and performances |
Interact with others | 1.6, 1.7, 2.6, 3.8 | Discusses aspects of exercises, dance techniques and performances with colleagues and teachers |
Get the work done | 1.2, 1.3, 1.4, 1.5, 1.6, 2.1, 2.2, 2.3, 2.4, 2.5, 3.1, 3.2, 3.3, 3.4, 3.5, 3.6, 3.7 | Identifies and incorporates a range of expressive techniques into dance performances Adopts a methodical and disciplined approach to dance class work, rehearsals and performances |
Sectors
Performing arts – dance