THEATRICAL & PERFORMING ARTS 1 - 8 Syllabus Amendment Sheet

Changes made in the 3rd Edition, 2016

THEATRICAL & PERFORMING ARTS - Introduction

Themed Examinations A themed examination uses one musical only from which all demonstrations and knowledge is chosen by the Teacher. For example, for Theatrical & Performing Arts 5, the Musical History, Dialogue and Song & Movement prepared for examination may all be taken from the musical ‘Mary Poppins’.

Teachers may use music from their chosen musical for the dance routines and this music may include lyrics. For Classical routines, Teachers are encouraged to use music from their chosen musical, but the music must be suitable for Classical choreography. A suitable option from Mary Poppins would ‘Let’s Go Fly a Kite’ and from Alice in Wonderland, ‘Painting the Roses Red’.

Regardless of lyrics and style, it should be noted that all routines, including classical routines, must include the steps listed in this syllabus for incorporation in the routine.

Themed Examinations are optional.

Optional Musicals In addition to the musicals listed in this syllabus, teachers may choose from three additional musicals for each grade. These may be found on the Comdance website, and will be changed periodically. If one of these optional musicals is chosen, it is substituted in place of a musical in this syllabus.

If an optional musical is selected, the accompanying dialogue posted on the website must be used.

The optional musicals may be used for any level, from 1 to 8.

On the Examination day, Teachers must supply the following information about the chosen optional musical: 1 the name of the Candidate 2 the name of the musical the Candidate is working from 3 the names of the songs being performed as well as their lyrics 4 the names of the chosen characters and the dialogue excerpt being presented by the Candidate. A printout with this information must be placed on the Examiner’s desk at the beginning of the Examination day.

Please find the optional musicals at www.comdance.org under under Teachers/ Exam Info/Musical Theatre. The information can be downloaded as a PDF file. 1 THEATRICAL & PERFORMING ARTS 1 - 8 Syllabus Amendment Sheet

THEATRICAL & PERFORMING ARTS 1 STEP DEMONSTRATION

Candidates will be asked to demonstrate one of the above steps, from the genre danced by the Candidate. Candidates must know all the steps listed above, for their genre. The Examiner may ask for any of these steps, even if it has not been included in the Candidate’s routine. The Examiner may also request a step from a previous grade.

THEATRICAL & PERFORMING ARTS 2 Routine Steps for inclusion in routine: jazz added skips

STEPS DEMONSTRATION

Candidates will be asked to demonstrate one of the above steps, from the genre danced by the Candidate. Candidates must know all the steps listed above, for their genre. The Examiner may ask for any of these steps, even if it has not been included in the Candidate’s routine. The Examiner may also request a step from a previous grade.

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THEATRICAL & PERFORMING ARTS 3

DIALOGUE correction to dialogue: 1 Dorothy: last word on line 5 - ‘my’ changed to ‘me’

SONG An instrumental backing track must be used (without vocals). (It is no longer optional.)

ROUTINES Steps for inclusion in routine: jazz removed ‘heel swivels’ removed ‘picked up walks’ tap added ‘heel change’ acrobatic added ‘splits to right and left’

STEPS DEMONSTRATION

Candidates will be asked to demonstrate one of the above steps, from the genre danced by the Candidate. Candidates must know all the steps listed above, for their genre. The Examiner may ask for any of these steps, even if it has not been included in the Candidate’s routine. The Examiner may also request a step from a previous grade.

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THEATRICAL & PERFORMING ARTS 4

SONGS An instrumental backing track must be used (without vocals). (It is no longer optional.)

ROUTINES Steps for inclusion in routine jazz removed ‘tuck jump’ removed ‘body roll/contraction’ added chassé turn with elevation classical & demi-character added ‘changement’ tap added ‘ball to flat’ acrobatic added ‘one handed cartwheel to both sides’

STEPS DEMONSTRATION

Candidates will be asked to demonstrate one of the above steps, from the genre danced by the Candidate. Candidates must know all the steps listed above, for their genre. The Examiner may ask for any of these steps, even if it has not been included in the Candidate’s routine. The Examiner may also request a step from a previous grade.

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THEATRICAL & PERFORMING ARTS 5

SONGS An instrumental backing track must be used (without vocals). (It is no longer optional.)

ROUTINES Three routines must be performed from any three of the following genres: Jazz Contemporary Lyrical Classical National Tap Acrobatic

Steps for inclusion in chosen genres: jazz, contemporary & lyrical split, kick, chassé turns, single pirouette, grand jeté or attitude leap, a travelling step, a turning step classical assemblé under, assemblé over, sissonne simple en avant, pas de bourrée devant, pas de bourrée derrière (repeat of ‘pas de bourrée devant’ removed)

STEPS DEMONSTRATION

Candidates will be asked to demonstrate two of the above steps, from the genres chosen for the Candidate’s routines. Candidates must know all the steps listed above, for their genres. The Examiner may ask for any of these steps, even if they have not been included in the Candidate’s routine. The Examiner may ask for two steps from the same genre. The Examiner may also request a step from a previous grade. Steps from a National Character dance will not be requested.

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THEATRICAL & PERFORMING ARTS 6

SONGS An instrumental backing track must be used (without vocals). (It is no longer optional.)

ROUTINES

Three routines must be performed from any three of the following genres: Jazz Contemporary Lyrical Classical National Tap Acrobatic

Steps for inclusion in chosen genres: jazz, contemporary & lyrical chaînés, split leap in 2nd, running pas de bourrée, a travelling step, pirouette, leaps (removed ‘plié’, removed ‘pulse movement’) classical ‘sissone simple fermée’ changed to ‘sissone fermée’

STEPS DEMONSTRATION

Candidates will be asked to demonstrate two of the above steps, from the genres chosen for the Candidate’s routines. Candidates must know all the steps listed above, for their genres. The Examiner may ask for any of these steps, even if they have not been included in the Candidate’s routine. The Examiner may ask for two steps from the same genre. The Examiner may also request a step from a previous grade. Steps from a National Character dance will not be requested.

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DOROTHY GLADSTONE AWARD

Entry Requirements Candidates must be 12 years of age or over and have passed a Theatrical Performing Arts 6 Examination (or Grade 2 from the previous Theatrical Syllabus).

Possible genres for routines: • Song & Dance • Jazz • Classical • Demi-Character • National (Highland, Hornpipe or Irish will not be accepted) • Tap • Acrobatic • Contemporary • Lyrical

Candidates are encouraged to perform a ‘Song & Dance’ routine. A Song & Dance routine must consist of half song and half dance. It must not be a ‘Song & Movement’ routine.

Examination Criteria A Candidate will be judged on the following criteria for each routine: • costume, grooming & make-up • stage presence & performance quality • showmanship & personality • projection of character and style • dance technique • musicality & rhythmical accuracy • vocal quality and voice projection (for a ‘Song & Dance’ routine) • props (if used)

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THEATRICAL & PERFORMING ARTS 7

All Song headings changed to ‘Song & Movement’

SONG & MOVEMENT The performance must be predominantly singing, with suitable gestures and movement. It must not be presented as half song and half dance. An instrumental backing track must be used (without vocals). The song should be no longer than 2 minutes.

New section added: KNOWLEDGE OF MUSICAL

The Candidate will be asked by the Examiner to outline the plot.

THEATRE TERms

Additional question added:

Q What does a Stage Manager do? Answer A Stage Manager is in charge of everything that happens backstage. All backstage personnel, including Heads of Departments, report to him or her.

SAFE DANCE

Additional question added:

Q What are some activities you would do for a cool down? Answer Slow stretches, floorwork, breathing exercises, and flexibility exercises.

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New section added: MUSICAL HISTORY

From the information above, each Candidate will be asked one question about either the Choreographer or Composer. (The whole two paragraphs are not expected to be given by the candidate as an answer.) Candidates must know the two artists listed here, even if they are not related to the Candidate’s chosen musical.

ROUTINES Three routines must be performed from any three of the following genres: Jazz Contemporary Lyrical Classical National Tap Acrobatic

Steps for inclusion in chosen genres: jazz, contemporary & lyrical axel turn, fan kick, spiral pirouette, chassé turn with soubresaut, travelling step, pirouette, leaps (removed ‘layout’, removed ‘Russian jeté’, removed floor work) classical removed ‘petit batterie’ added ‘demi-pointe: relevé in 5th, échappé relevé’ added ‘pirouettes: single or double’ added ‘batterie: changement battu, entrechat quatre

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STEPS DEMONSTRATION

Candidates will be asked to demonstrate two of the above steps, from the genres chosen for the Candidate’s routines. Candidates must know all the steps listed above, for their genres. The Examiner may ask for any of these steps, even if they have not been included in the Candidate’s routine. The Examiner may ask for two steps from the same genre. The Examiner may also request a step from a previous grade. Steps from a National Character dance will not be requested.

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THEATRICAL & PERFORMING ARTS 8

All Song headings changed: ‘Song’ changed to ‘Song & Movement’ SONG & MOVEMENT The performance must be predominantly singing, with suitable gestures and movement. It must not be presented as half song and half dance. An instrumental backing track must be used (without vocals). The song should be no longer than 2 minutes.

New section added: KNOWLEDGE OF MUSICAL

The Candidate will be asked by the Examiner to outline the plot.

THEATRE TERms

A third question added:

Q What does a Lighting Designer do? Answer A Lighting Designer is responsible for plotting the lighting for a production.

MUSIC THEORY

A third question added: Q What is tempo? Answer Tempo is the speed at which the music is played.

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New section added MUSICAL HISTORY

From the information on the previous page, each Candidate will be asked one question about either the Choreographer or Composer. (The whole two paragraphs are not expected to be given by the candidate as an answer.) Candidates must know the two artists listed here, even if they are not related to the Candidate’s chosen musical. dance and acrobaticS Routines

Three routines must be performed from any three of the following genres: Jazz Contemporary Lyrical Classical National Tap Acrobatic

Steps for inclusion in chosen genres: jazz, contemporary & lyrical Russian jeté, layout, all jazz steps from previous grades with style and variation to an open standard classical sissonne ordinaire devant & derrière, sissone passé en avant & en arrière batterie: entrechat trois, echappé sauté battu ouverte & fermé with or without change of feet pirouettes: double or triple demi-pointe/pointe work: relevé devant & derrière, relevé passé devant & derrière tap added: 3, 5 or 6 beat riff, rattles, ripples removed ‘wing’ added ‘double wing’ added ‘changing wing’ acrobatic added ‘back flip’

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STEPS DEMONSTRATION

Candidates will be asked to demonstrate two of the above steps, from the genres chosen for the Candidate’s routines. Candidates must know all the steps listed above, for their genres. The Examiner may ask for any of these steps, even if they have not been included in the Candidate’s routine. The Examiner may ask for two steps from the same genre. The Examiner may also request a step from a previous grade. Steps from a National Character dance will not be requested.

WRITTEN EXERCISE

Candidate must submit to the Examiner 16 bars of their dance of choice, correctly written and formatted. This may be typed and verified with the Teacher’s signature. The Examiner will ask the Candidate to demonstrate a section of this written work.

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THEATRICAL SHIELD

Entry Requirements A Candidate must have passed a Theatrical Performing Arts 8 Examination (or Ad- vanced level from the previous Theatrical Syllabus).

Possible genres for routines: • Song & Dance • Jazz • Classical • Demi-Character • National (Highland, Hornpipe or Irish will not be accepted) • Tap • Acrobatic • Contemporary • Lyrical

Candidates are encouraged to perform a ‘Song & Dance’ routine. A Song & Dance routine must consist of half song and half dance. It must not be a ‘Song & Movement’ routine.

Examination Criteria • A Candidate will be judged on the following criteria for each routine: • costume, grooming & make-up • stage presence & performance quality • showmanship & personality • projection of character and style • dance technique • musicality & rhythmical accuracy • vocal quality and voice projection (for a ‘Song & Dance’ routine) • props (if used)

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BLUE SASH

Entry Requirements A Candidate must have passed a Theatrical Performing Arts 8 Examination (or Ad- vanced level from the previous Theatrical Syllabus).

Possible genres for routines: • Song & Dance • Jazz • Classical • Demi-Character • National (Highland, Hornpipe or Irish will not be accepted) • Tap • Acrobatic • Contemporary • Lyrical

Candidates are encouraged to perform a ‘Song & Dance’ routine. A Song & Dance routine must consist of half song and half dance. It must not be a ‘Song & Movement’ routine.

Examination Criteria • A Candidate will be judged on the following criteria for each routine: • costume, grooming & make-up • stage presence & performance quality • showmanship & personality • projection of character and style • dance technique • musicality & rhythmical accuracy • vocal quality and voice projection (for a ‘Song & Dance’ routine) • props (if used)

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Changes made in the 4th Edition, 2019

Examination Rules & Conditions 8 website change to www.comdance.org

Candidate Numbers Theatrical & Performing Arts 7 1-3 candidates per examination

Examination Dress Requirements FEMALES Female candidates may wear red ribbons or small red flowers.

A Comdance or approved leotard with flesh colour tights, pink tights or black leggings. Candidates in the same examination must wear the same colour leotard and wear an identifying number.

MALES A Comdance or approved leotard, black tights, white socks or approved uniform.

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Candidate Numbers Theatrical & Performing Arts 1 - 6 1 - 4 candidates per examination

TheATRICAL & Performing arts 7 1 - 3 Candidates per examination

Examination Technical Standards Contemporary Technique Criteria As for jazz/lyrical plus 13 movements to be well grounded, showing use of weight, suspension and release with use of breath.

Examination Procedure TheATRICAL & Performing arts 4 Annie, Aladdin or Optional Musical

TheATRICAL & Performing arts 5 Song & Movement Each Candidate performs 32 bars of a song from their chosen musical.

TheATRICAL & Performing arts 6 Song & Movement Each Candidate performs 32 bars of a song from their chosen musical.

TheATRICAL & Performing arts 7 A Chorus Line, Singin’ in the Rain, My Fair Lady or Optional

Song & Movement Each Candidate performs a song, with movement, from their chosen musical. deleted text: Actions are optional. (ie actions are compulsory) The performance is approximately 2 minutes in duration, and is predominantly song.

TheATRICAL & Performing arts 8 Chicago, Oklahoma, Fame or Optional Musical

Song & Movement Each Candidate performs a song, with movement, from their chosen musical. deleted text: Actions are optional. (ie actions are compulsory) 17 THEATRICAL & PERFORMING ARTS 1 - 8 Syllabus Amendment Sheet

THEATRICAL & PERFORMING ARTS 1 ROUTINE Two (2) routines must be performed from two of the following 5 genres: • Jazz - Uptempo, Technical, Broadway, Funk, Commercial, Lyrical • Classical OR Demi-character OR National • Tap • Acrobatic • Song & Movement (this does not need to be a song from the musical) (See Dance Genre Table page 142.)

The music and style may be chosen by the Teacher. Any rhythm or tempo may be used. The performance should be a minimum of 45 seconds and a maximum of 1 minute. For Song & Movement, an instrumental backing track is to be used (without vocals).

(Two (2) of the following steps ...) jazz - all listed styles knee bops, skips, hops, jumps, a travelling step national a minimum of 2 technical steps pertaining to the country of origin

STEPS DEMONSTRATION deleted text: The Examiner may also request a step from a previous grade. line added: Steps from a National Dance will not be requested.

THEATRICAL & PERFORMING ARTS 2 Routine Two (2) routines must be performed from two of the following 5 genres: • Jazz - Uptempo, Technical, Broadway, Funk, Commercial, Lyrical • Classical OR Demi-character OR National • Tap • Acrobatic • Song & Movement (See Dance Genre Table p142.)

The music and style may be chosen by the Teacher. Any rhythm or tempo may be used. The performance should be a minimum of 45 seconds and a maximum of 1 minute. For Song & Movement, an instrumental backing track is to be used (without vocals).

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(Two (2) of the following steps...) jazz - all listed styles classical & demi-character polka, changement, glissade devant and derrière national a minimum of 2 technical steps pertaining to the country of origin

STEPS DEMONSTRATION deleted text: The Examiner may also request a step from a previous grade. line added: Steps from a National Dance will not be requested.

THEATRICAL & PERFORMING ARTS 3 Routine Two (2) routines must be performed from two of the following 4 genres: • Jazz - Uptempo, Technical, Broadway, Funk, Commercial, Lyrical • Classical OR Demi-character OR National • Tap • Acrobatic (See Dance Genre table page 142.)

The music and style may be chosen by the Teacher. Any rhythm or tempo may be used. The performance should be a minimum of 45 seconds and a maximum of 1 minute.

(Three (3) of the following steps must be included ...) jazz - all listed styles national a minimum of 3 technical steps pertaining to the country of origin

STEPS DEMONSTRATION deleted text: The Examiner may also request a step from a previous grade. line added: Steps from a National Dance will not be requested.

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THEATRICAL & PERFORMING ARTS 4 Two (2) routines must be performed from two of the following 4 genres: • Jazz - Uptempo, Technical, Broadway, Funk, Commercial, Lyrical • Classical OR Demi-character OR National • Tap • Acrobatic (See Dance Genre Table page 142.)

The music and style may be chosen by the Teacher. Any rhythm or tempo may be used. The performance should be a minimum of 1 minute and a maximum of 1½ minutes.

(Three (3) of the following steps...) jazz - all listed styles classical & demi-character petits jetés derrière, glissade devant, glissade under and over, polka national a minimum of 3 technical steps pertaining to the country of origin STEPS DEMONSTRATION deleted text: The Examiner may also request a step from a previous grade. line added: Steps from a National Dance will not be requested.

THEATRICAL & PERFORMING ARTS 5 Routine Three (3) routines must be performed from three of the following 5 genres: • Jazz - Uptempo, Technical, Broadway, Funk, Commercial, Lyrical • Contemporary • Classical OR Demi-character OR National • Tap • Acrobatic (See Dance Genre Table page 142.)

(Three (3) of the following steps must be included...) jazz - all listed styles, contemporary classical assemblé under and over, sissonne simple en avant, pas de bourrée devant & derrière with either foot

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STEP DEMONSTRATION text deleted: The Examiner may also request a step from a previous grade.

THEATRICAL & PERFORmING ARTS 6 Routine Three (3) routines must be performed from three of the following 5 genres: • Jazz - Uptempo, Technical, Broadway, Funk, Commercial, Lyrical • Contemporary • Classical OR Demi-Character OR National • Tap • Acrobatic (See Dance Genre Table page 142.)

(Three (3) of the following steps... ) jazz - all listed styles, contemporary classical assemblé under and over, sissonne simple en avant, pas de bourrée devant & derrière with either foot

STEP DEMONSTRATION text deleted: The Examiner may also request a step from a previous grade.

DOROTHY GLADSTONE AWARD Public Examination, Solo Performance.

Additional Notes for Genres Classical Ballet Females may wear pointe shoes.

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THEATRICAL & PERFORMING ARTS 7 ROUTINEs Three (3) routines must be performed from three of the following 5 genres: • Jazz - Up-tempo, Technical, Broadway, Funk, Commercial, Lyrical • Contemporary • Classical OR Demi- Character OR National • Tap • Acrobatic (See Dance Genre Table page 142.)

(Three of the following steps must be included...) jazz - all listed styles, contemporary & lyrical pirouette en dehors classical pirouettes: single or double en dehors

STEP DEMONSTRATION text deleted: The Examiner may also request a step from a previous grade.

THEATRICAL & PERFORMING ARTS 8 Routines Three (3) routines must be performed from three of the following 5 genres: • Jazz - Uptempo, Technical, Broadway, Funk, Commercial, Lyrical • Contemporary • Classical OR Demi-Character OR National • Tap • Acrobatic (See Dance Genre Table page 142.)

(Three (3) of the following steps must be included...)s jazz - all listed styles, contemporary classical batterie: entrechat trois devant & derrière, pirouettes: double or triple end dehors tap change wing

STEP DEMONSTRATION text deleted: The Examiner may also request a step from a previous grade.

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THEATRICAL & PERFORMING ARTS TEACHING CERTIFICATE EXAMINATION CONDITIONS

5 A Verification of Teaching Hours letter must be submitted with the Examination Entry. It must be signed by the Candidate’s dance teacher, and the Candidate, and must verify the Candidate’s teaching experience. This letter must be submitted in order for the Candidate to be examined. Letters will not be accepted on the day of the Examination. Hours of teaching must include classes in the genre on which the Candidate will be examined.

11 The Examiner may use a CD, iPod or laptop for the music section in Part 1 of the examination. A connection must be provided for the Examiner’s iPod or laptop.

12 All candidates must have their own copy of the syllabus book, or books. They must be presented to the Examiner for signing.

13 Candidates who have not chosen the classical genre will be required to demonstrate and explain a basic understanding of classical ballet technique. They will be required to know the following: 1 5 positions of the feet and all arm positions listed in the Comdance Dance Theory for Teachers publication 2 classical stance as per Comdance Dance Theory for Teachers publication 3 3 alignments 4 arabesque (1st, 2nd, 3rd) and attitude (ordinaire and oppostion) positions as shown on the Comdance website 5 understanding port de bras and weight placement 6 basic understanding of how to teach plié, battement tendu, battement glissé and grand battement. Grand battement to be taught with an understanding of leg line and rotation 7 how to teach allegro steps up to level of T&PA 3

14 Candidates must be able to demonstrate one classical or demi-character dance of 16 bars, of their own choice, for Theatrical & Performing Arts 1,2 & 3.

Note: No improvisation or teaching of classical technique will be required.

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Teaching Assessment Criteria

• The Candidate must be able to show clear demonstration incorporating technical, artistic and musical elements.

• Candidates must show evidence of utilising teaching tools such as, but not limited to, breaking down of movements, use of barre, use of floor, and any other innovative ideas, mirroring, use of visual, aural, kinaesthetic corrections, different teaching styles (command, self-discovery, guided discovery etc.)

THEATRICAL & PERFORMING ARTS TEACHING DIPLOMA EXAMINATION CONDITIONS 4 ... It must be signed by the Candidate’s dance teacher, and the Candidate, and must verify the Candidate’s teaching experience. ...

10 The Examiner may use a CD, iPod or laptop for the music section in Part 1 of the examination. A connection must be provided for the Examiner’s iPod or laptop.

11 All candidates must have their own copy of the syllabus book, or books. They must be presented to the Examiner for signing.

12 Candidates who have not chosen the Classical genre will be required to demonstrate a basic understanding of classical ballet technique. Candidates will be required to know the following: 1 5 positions of the feet and all arm positions listed in the Comdance Dance Theory for Teachers publication 2 classical stance as per Comdance Dance Theory for Teachers publication 3 3 alignments 4 arabesque (1st, 2nd, 3rd) and attitude (ordinaire and oppostion) positions as shown on the Comdance website 5 understanding port de bras and weight placement 6 basic understanding of how to teach plié, battement tendu, battement glissé and grand battement. Grand battement to be taught with an understanding of leg line and rotation 7 anatomy for classical rotation as per the Comdance Teachers Theory Book 8 how to teach allegro steps up to and including Theatrical & Performing Arts 5

13 Candidates must be able to demonstrate one classical or demi-character dance of 16 bars, suitable for Theatrical & Performing Arts 4 or 5.

Note: No improvisation or teaching of classical technique will be required.

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1. Written Routine & Demonstration • The Candidate must write out the first 16 bars of one (1) of the dances and present it in a folder.

5. Routines • If National Dance is required, it must be arranged by the Candidate. deleted line: The Candidate must be able to describe the requirements for Blue Sash.

Teaching Assessment Criteria • The Candidate must be able to show clear demonstration incorporating technical, artistic and musical elements.

• Candidates must show evidence of utilising teaching tools such as, but not limited to, breaking down of movements, use of barre, use of floor, and any other innovative ideas, mirroring, use of visual, aural, kinaesthetic corrections, different teaching styles (command, self-discovery, guided discovery etc.)

BLUE SASH Entry Requirements deleted line: • Intermediate Classical Ballet lines added: • Martin Rubenstein award • Contemporary 5

Performance Requirements 1 Each Candidate must perform 3 routines. One routine should be from the same genre as performed in the Entry Requirement level or award. (ie A Classical routine should be performed if entry to the Blue Sash is gained by the Martin Rubenstein Award)

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