Big Question:

How did social and cultural changes of the 1920s-30s influence the revolutionary dance styles that broke traditional boundaries?

Key Objectives:

• • To understand the historical context and characteristics of 1920s-30s dance styles, particularly the Charleston
• • To develop a 48-64 count Charleston motif demonstrating accurate technique and timing

Big Question:

How did the revolutionary spirit of the 1950s transform dance forever and why do these movements still influence us today?

Key Objectives:

• • To understand and perform characteristic 1950s rock and roll dance movements
• • To demonstrate effective use of level changes and directional movement in dance

Big Question:

How can we use our bodies to express the revolutionary spirit and cultural changes of the 1960s and 1970s through dance?

Key Objectives:

• • To understand and perform characteristic dance movements from the 1960s and 1970s era
• • To incorporate level changes and directional variations into dance sequences

Big Question:

How can we use random elements to create purposeful and engaging dance choreography that tells a story through movement?

Key Objectives:

• • To work collaboratively in small groups to create original dance sequences
• • To effectively apply chance choreography techniques in dance creation

Big Question:

How can we use chance choreography and choreographic devices to create a powerful group performance that tells the story of dance through the ages?

Key Objectives:

• • To demonstrate effective collaboration in small group choreography
• • To apply chance choreography techniques in creating original dance sequences

Big Question:

What transforms a good dance performance into an outstanding one, and how can we help each other achieve this?

Key Objectives:

• • To understand and identify the key components of a good dance performance
• • To provide constructive feedback using appropriate dance vocabulary and performance criteria