Course Descriptions
These classes are offered as both credit and continuing education courses.
Ballet
Basic, traditional ballet structure and terminology for the beginner level dancer with little formal training, to the intermediate and advanced levels of technique.
Jazz
All levels of jazz are offered with emphasis on technique, style, skill, and form.
Modern
A contemporary and creative study of movement and techniques involving time, space, flow, rhythm, and expression.
Richland College Dance Theatre
Tap
Fundamental steps and rhythms are explored in Tap I . More complicated syncopations and styles are studied in Tap II.
Pointe
Recommended for intermediate/advanced dancers with a strong concept and knowledge of classical ballet technique.
Rehearsal and Performance
This course supplements beginning dance technique classes. Basic concepts of approaching work on the concert stage: stage direction, stage areas, and the craft involved in rehearsing and performing are emphasized. This course may be repeated for credit.
Hip Hop
This course explores basic hip hop techniques. Emphasis is on technique development and familiarity with contemporary meters and rhythms. This course may be repeated for credit.
Dance Appreciation
Dance Appreciation is a lecture class and does not require physical activity. This class helps satisfy the Humanities and Visual Performing Arts requirement for an Associate of Arts and Sciences Degree offered by the Dallas County Community College District.