| Approved Site(s): |
| | Approved course for San Diego School of Creative and Performing Arts (SCPA). Other schools may not offer this course without prior approval from the Interdivisional Curriculum Committee.
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| Grade Range: |
| | 11–12 |
| Prerequisites: |
| | Ballet Training & Conditioning 1,2, Ballet Training & Conditioning 3,4, Choreography and Composition 5,6 |
| Course duration: |
| | Two semesters |
| Subject area in which graduation credit will be given: |
| | Practical Arts |
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| Course Description: |
| | Dance Portfolio 7,8 is the culmination of dance education for the advanced dance student. It connects their performance skills with their ability to navigate and solve dance challenges in professional settings. They develop an expanded knowledge of post-secondary and career options for dancers. Students conduct research and analyze dance concert production. Students perform in several dance concerts integrating a professional level of rehearsal etiquette/protocols, technical skill and intent. Students participate in the final performance jury and are evaluated at the end of each semester. Assessment is live and evaluated by the teacher of record with a performance rubric. |
| State Course Code(s): |
| | 7232 - Advanced Dance/Choreography (Capstone) |
| Basic Texts and Teaching Guides: |
| | Hopgood, J. Dance Production: Design and Technology; 2015/1st ed., Routledge |