Application
This unit describes the performance outcomes, skills and knowledge required to review cultural dance as an art form and to perform basic cultural dance forms and techniques for small audiences. At this level basic cultural dance techniques are applied under the supervision of experienced dancers and dance teachers.
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. Review cultural dance as an art form | 1.1 Demonstrate understanding of the terminology used in chosen cultural dance style 1.2 Discuss with relevant personnel the history and range of influences found in chosen cultural dance style |
2 Develop basic cultural dance performance skills | 2.1 Under the guidance of mentors or teachers, develop a range of basic cultural dance skills 2.2 Practise centre control and spotting while moving and executing turns 2.3 Develop skills in working with a partner to interpret and perform cultural dance sequences 2.4 Incorporate basic awareness of customs relevant to chosen dance styles into practice sessions and performances 2.5 Follow safe dance practices at all times to prevent injury to self and others 2.6 Identify natural body response to a range of cultural dance styles, including movement and percussion 2.7 Follow advice from others about ways to improve own dance technique |
3. Perform short dance routines | 3.1 Discuss the intention and key aspects of routines with relevant personnel 3.2 Apply basic make-up and wear appropriate costumes for performances 3.3 Perform simple routines combining discrete movements in an ensemble or individually 3.4 Use props effectively as required 3.5 Follow direction from relevant personnel 3.6 Observe and follow dictates of music and rhythm 3.7 Synchronise movements with ensemble where required 3.8 Seek feedback from others about ways to improve dance techniques |
Evidence of Performance
Evidence of the ability to:
perform cultural dance exercises and routines
communicate the intent of cultural dance routines in performances
display fluency of movement when performing
apply the basic concepts of cultural dance to own performances
respond to constructive feedback on own performance
use chosen cultural dance style terminology correctly.
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 the following aspects of participating in live performances:
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 developing cultural dance skills:
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
describe key aspects in the history of chosen cultural dance style.
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 footwear and clothing, music and 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 | 2.1, 2.7 | Seeks feedback and accepts guidance from others to improve own technique |
Oral communication | 1.2, 2.1, 2.7, 3.1, 3.5 | Obtains information by listening and questioning |
Navigate the world of work | 2.2, 2.4, 2.5 | Applies a knowledge of safe dance practices and cultural protocols to class work and performances |
Interact with others | 1.2, 2.1, 2.3, 2.7, 3.1, 3.3, 3.5, 3.7 | Discusses aspects of exercises, dance techniques and performances with colleagues and teachers Builds rapport with dance partners and ensemble members |
Get the work done | 1.1, 2.3, 2.6, 3.2, 3.4, 3.6, 3.7 | Adopts a methodical and disciplined approach to dance class work, rehearsals and performances Identifies and applies a range of responses to music and rhythms through dance movements |
Sectors
Performing arts – dance