Essay:
The essay will be reflections on readings, video viewings, and discussion . This essay will be written as a letter to King Louis XIV, to whom you are writing about the current state of dance in contemporary society. You will describe in detail, the evolution of dance since his reign, and you may want to add details of you think his reaction would be towards his beloved dance now.
Be creative! Have fun with this but also be certain to use relevant, accurate supporting details and historical references. Please have a works cited page that includes at least two article or book that is NOT wikipedia. Also, include at least two youtube links that support your letter.
Range of this class, maybe you could put emphasis on ballet:
Introduction/Syllabus Agreement
More LOOKING AT DANCE
Origins of Ballet continued (attendanc... Swan Lake
Ballet Russes
Contemporary Ballet vs. romantic ballet
A ballerina's tale
History of Modern Dance
German Lineage of Modern Dance women of post modern dance
world dance reading assignmnet creativity
west african dance diaspora
Hip Hop
Mid Term Quiz
History of swing and jazz dance
Jazz (attendance points).