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Extend allied contemporary dance techniques at a professional level

Extend allied contemporary dance techniques at a professional level

Unit of competency
National Code
CUADAN610
State Code
WI081
TGA Status
Replaced
DTWD Status
Replaced
Current Release Number
2.00
Current Release Date
15/01/2016
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State Implementation and Classification
Approved Date
30/09/2014
Field of Education
100105 - Dance
Original Release Date
30/09/2014
Nominal Hours
100
Description
This unit describes the performance outcomes, skills and knowledge required to refine and consolidate allied contemporary dance techniques. This often involves responding through improvisation to task-based work, performing high velocity acrobatic moves and displaying skilful partnering techniques.This unit applies to dancers who are moving towards professional careers in contexts where complex contemporary skill-based dance technique and versatility are required for performing as members of a professional contemporary dance company in Australia or internationally.While some supervision and guidance are provided in practice sessions and rehearsals, dancers are expected to display a high level of motivation and responsibility for themselves and others during practice sessions, rehearsals and live performances.No licensing, legislative or certification requirements apply to this unit at the time of publication.
Notes
Elements and Performance Criteria
1. Rehearse a range of advanced allied contemporary dance techniques
  • 1.1 Observe safe dance practice when extending the range of techniques required to perform duo work safely at a professional level
  • 1.2 Incorporate understanding of the expressive, musical and formal aspects of partnering into performances
  • 1.3 Develop rapport with partner during rehearsals and seamlessly adjust to a change of partner as required
  • 1.4 Exhibit professionalism and adaptability to incorporate unseen combinations across different teaching methods
  • 1.5 Incorporate understanding of nuances and characteristics of choreographic styles when performing group and solo work from contemporary dance repertoire
  • 1.6 In dance tumbling, display a strong and acrobatic stance both in static and inverted positions
  • 1.7 Work on perfecting a wide range of dance tumbling techniques
2. Execute complex contemporary dance repertoire in practice sessions
  • 2.1 Practise repertoire with increased attention to rhythms and time signatures commonly used in contemporary dance
  • 2.2 Convey a high level of spatial awareness appropriate to solo and group work
  • 2.3 Execute group work with a professional sense of cohesion, and solo work demonstrating strong musical individuality
  • 2.4 Present variations and repertoire with a high level of stage presence and confidence across contemporary dance styles
  • 2.5 Demonstrate through ongoing refinement of technique, evidence of advanced self-correction and concentrated response to feedback
3. Extend improvisation techniques
  • 3.1 Practise improvisation tasks of increasing complexity and diversity
  • 3.2 Apply an ever-expanding movement vocabulary and spontaneity in response to various stimuli
  • 3.3 Achieve a mature performance quality through improvised solos and scored group work
4. Develop professional practice
  • 4.1 Refine professional work ethic
  • 4.2 In consultation with teachers and mentors, develop realistic parameters for extending scope of performance practice
  • 4.3 Identify regimes and artistic strategies to refine own performance technique
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Replaced By
State Code National Code Title Type
ODE45 CUADAN617 Extend dance techniques to a professional level Unit of competency