Big Question:

How can we use dance movements and gestures to tell stories about different characters and themes?

Key Objectives:

• • To describe how dance actions communicate the theme of gangs through movement and gesture
• • To perform specific dance actions that effectively communicate character and mood

Big Question:

How can contrast and group devices help us tell stories of rivalry and opposition through movement?

Key Objectives:

• • To understand and apply the concept of contrast in dance
• • To explore and use group devices (canon, contrast, variation) effectively

Big Question:

How can formations and movement dynamics tell a powerful story without words?

Key Objectives:

• • Perform clear shapes and actions as part of a team to communicate a narrative
• • Create varied dance movements in a group to communicate a narrative

Big Question:

How can we create our own sounds to enhance dance performance and tell a story through movement?

Key Objectives:

• • To copy and perform a live aural setting pattern using claps, stamps and slaps
• • To create and perform their own live aural setting with accompanying movements

Big Question:

How can we use dynamic attacking movements to tell a story of conflict and resolution through dance?

Key Objectives:

• • To copy and perform attacking movements with control and precision
• • To develop movement sequences that create contact with a partner

Big Question:

How can we use facial expression, dynamics and focus to bring our gang dance stories to life?

Key Objectives:

• • Use facial expression, dynamics and focus to show performance qualities and communicate character and narrative in gang dance
• • Work effectively with others to improve movement quality and create cohesive group performances