Victorian Dance Motifs & Performance
•Year 7
•Dance
•Position for clear audio throughout dance space
Alternative: Portable speaker with tablet/phone connection
Cued and ready to play for warm-up activities
Alternative: Any dramatic, period-appropriate instrumental music
Prepared for plenary performance section
Alternative: Victorian-themed music with clear beat structure
Pre-printed with action and device lists, distributed before skill development
Alternative: Laminated sheets or digital version on tablets
Sharp and ready for note-taking
Alternative: Pens or dry-wipe markers for laminated sheets
Large enough for all group members to see clearly
Alternative: Online dice roller app, numbered cards 1-6
Positioned where all students can see action lists clearly
Alternative: Flipchart paper or digital display
A method of creating dance movements using random selection techniques such as dice, cards, or drawing lots
A choreographic device where performers execute the same movement sequence but start at different times, creating a ripple effect
The spatial arrangement or pattern created by dancers' positions relative to each other and the performance space
All dancers performing the same movement at exactly the same time
Dancers facing each other and performing opposite movements, as if one is looking in a mirror
Tools and techniques used by choreographers to develop, vary and structure movement material
A portion of choreography specifically designed for multiple dancers working together as an ensemble
Understanding where pupils are coming from and where they're going
Understanding adjectives and adverbs through physical expression, creative interpretation of historical themes
Counting beats and phrases, understanding probability through dice games, spatial awareness and geometric formations
Character development and expression, ensemble work and collaboration, performance skills and confidence building
Exploring Victorian era characters, social classes, and industrial revolution through movement
Understanding rhythm and phrasing, responding to different musical styles and periods
Circulate between groups during development work, position at front for demonstrations and instruction
Group cooperation, creative interpretation, clear application of choreographic devices, safe movement practices
Step in when groups struggle with cooperation, when safety becomes a concern, or when creative process stalls
Use clear, exaggerated movements for choreographic devices, involve students in demonstrations when possible, maintain energy and enthusiasm throughout
Minimum 12m x 8m clear dance space for 32 students, with additional seating area for sharing activities
Non-slip surface essential, check for any wet areas or obstacles that could cause falls
Stop activity immediately if injury occurs, assess situation, provide appropriate first aid, contact emergency services if required
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