Dance AS/A2

The focus of this course is Contemporary technique, choreography and dance appreciation.

AS Level
Unit 1 – Understanding Dance (3 study areas):

• The dancer as Performer: Knowledge and understanding of the demands made in practice and performance.
• The process and craft of choreography: own work and that of Professional repertoire.
• The significance of dances: own work and that of Professional repertoire.

Lessons are practical and theoretical based

Assessment:

• A written paper (1hour and 30 minutes)
• 40% of AS marks, 20% of A2.

Unit 2 – Choreography and Performance (3 areas of study):

• Learning about the process of choreographing a solo dance
• Learning and developing performance skills
• The development of performance skills within a duo/trio; learning a set performance piece

Assessment:

• A practical exam in 2 parts
• A solo choreography and performance
• Performance of a duo/trio
• 60% of AS, 30% of A2