As a Dance minor, you will learn about several different styles of dance and expressive movement.
You will learn about the different technical and athletic skills that are involved in many different styles of dance as well as learn about the history and theory integrated into each style.
Stage Production and Dance Performance give students the chance to perform in front of a group and display their growth.
These requirements are from an excerpt from the University Academic Catalog, which outlines the requirements for a student to earn the distinction of being a Castleton University graduate. The complete catalog is available online.
The Dance Minor is offered by the Theater Arts Department.
Code | Course | Credits |
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DAN 1040 |
Introductory Dance WorkshopIntroductory level workshop in specific dance techniques or styles such as ballet, jazz, modern or tap. This course fulfills an Arts and Aesthetics general education requirement. Fee Fee $30 Offered fall and spring |
3 |
DAN 2140 |
Intermediate Dance WorkshopIntermediate level workshop in specific dance techniques or styles such as ballet, jazz, modern or tap. This course fulfills an Arts and Aesthetics general education requirement. Prerequisite: DAN 1040 or permission of department or instructor. Fee Fee $30 Offered on an as needed basis |
3 |
DAN 2730 |
Special Topics in DanceAn in-depth examination of specific dance styles. Exact course descriptions will be provided prior to each registration period. May be taken up to two times for department credit. Fee Fee $30 Spring |
3 |
DAN 3040 |
Hip HopFrom DJ Kool Herc to Rennie Harris, Hip-Hop Dance studies the origins and evolution of hip hop fundamentals while learning and creating choreography through studio experience, research, in-class discussions and performance. Fee Fee $30 Spring, odd years |
3 |
DAN 3133 |
Dance for Musical TheaterAn in-depth workshop course in dance and movement specific to musical theater. Fee Fee $30 Periodically |
3 |
Code | Course | Credits |
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THA 1001 |
Stage Production(repeatable for credit) Students participate in department productions, either as actors or in a technical capacity. Evaluation is based on the hours spent on production, the quality of the performance, the seriousness of purpose and, quality of participation. This course is repeatable for credit. Fee Fee $15. Every semester |
1 |
DAN 1110 |
Dance Performance(repeatable for credit) Students participate in the development and implementation of public dance performances. This course is repeatable for credit. Fee Fee $30 Spring |
1 |