1BRIGHAM YOUNG UNIVERSITY COLLEGE OF FINE ARTS AND COMMUNICATIONS Department of Dance Student Syllabus and Contract for Dance 498R-2 BYU Ballet Showcase Company
Instructor: Shayla Bott Office: 273P RB Office Hours: MF 10:00 am-12:00 pm TTh 11:00 am-12:00 pm BYU Phone: 801-422-9185 E-mail: [email protected]
1. Catalog Course Description: This course is the apex of the ballet performance opportunities at the university and can satisfy university core requirements in general education electives as well as fulfill performance requirements in the B.A. program of the Dance Department. It also contributes to the broad education of the BYU student by balancing learning and the development of the total person in spiritual, intellectual, physical, aesthetic, artistic, and emotional areas. This is a performance course offered to the most advanced ballet dancers who are accepted through audition to perform in BYU Ballet Showcase Company fulfilling performance company requirements for the dance major.
2. Prerequisite(s): Prerequisites for BYU Ballet Showcase Company: audition and concurrent enrollment in Dance 391R, Dance 393R, and Dance 494R for credit (no auditing).
3. Course Alignment with University and Program Mission and Aims: The classroom objectives and expectations align with the AIMS of a BYU education in the following ways: 1. Strengthen students spiritually as they are exposed to wholesome LDS standards in choreography, musical choices, costuming, and movement choices. Through spiritually and artistically uplifting performing experiences, students have the opportunity to experience the joy of moving with expression to music and are reminded of God’s divine power in creating the physical body. 2. Enlarge the students intellectually through the rigorous mental and physical training required as they learn original and traditional classical and contemporary ballet works. 3. Build character through learning a greater degree of self mastery from the performance of the ballet discipline. 4. Encourage lifelong learning and service through Ballet Club membership and participation in master classes. Service is also encouraged through committee assignments determined at the beginning of the semester in the following positions: President, Vice President, Treasurer, History Committee, Costume Committee, Health Committee, Social Committee, Public Relations, and possibly Ballet Club Representative(s).
4. Required Course Materials: There is not a required text for this course. Students must provide their own modest dance wear (according to the attire guidelines), supplies, and Freed pointe shoes throughout fall semester.
5. Course Intended Learning Outcomes: Each student will: 1. Expand his/her classical and contemporary performance repertoire through rehearsals and performances, thereby improving his/her performance and choreographic skills. 2. Prepare him/herself for professional work as a dancer, choreographer, or instructor through varied and substantial stage and classroom experiences. 3. Challenge his/her mind, body, and spirit through rigorous technical and artistic requirements to further develop as a performing artist.
6. Learning Activities/Course Requirements: 1. Registration for credit (no audits please) and full and regular participation in Dance 391R, Dance 393R, and Dance 494R. 2. Regular participation in rehearsal applying the newly learned ballet choreography with adequate repetition and coaching to achieve the proper artistic and technical aesthetics. 3. Personal interviews with artistic director to gain insights into personal strengths and weaknesses. 4. Participation in master classes from well-known national and international artists, when scheduled during the regular technique class time. 5. Continual service as required by committee assignments and teaching Ballet Club Help Sessions if needed.
7. Assessment Procedures: Satisfactory completion by established deadlines of the following prerequisites results in eligibility for a passing grade: 1. Completion and submission of the contract commitment form that is found at the end of the syllabus. 2. Payment of dues the second week of fall semester ($50 company member fee taken out of individual student accounts). 3. Completion and submission of the training room clearance form to have access to that facility.
Grading Formula 1. After satisfactorily completing the basic requirements and prerequisites in #6 and #7, the specifics listed in the following two sections are applied to each student to determine a final grade. 2. Students are graded on results produced in rehearsals and performances from their natural and acquired talent plus honest hard work. The following factors are considered equally: a. How well students make corrections. b. How quickly students learn choreography. c. The energy level at which students rehearse. d. How dependable students are in assigned responsibilities. e. How dependable students are going the second mile with understudying and support work. f. How well students honor traditional rules of professional ballet rehearsing including etiquette, respect, and discipline. g. Success on stage, tour, and other performances in assigned roles. 3. Students are also graded on participation. The following factors are considered equally: a. Each student must participate in all rehearsals, company warm-ups or performances. If any are missed, the grade will be affected. b. Promptness is expected. Students who are tardy at any rehearsals, warm-ups or performances will find it reflected in the grade. 4. Completion of the on-line Student Ratings of Instruction as available through myBYU. This is a very important process to the improvement of both teachers and courses. Please release your name as you complete this evaluation so that you can receive proper credit. When doing so, your evaluation will remain completely anonymous. If this is not completed, the final grade will drop by 1/3. The above grading criteria are measured against the established criteria standard below with unsatisfactory completion of any of the above listed things affecting the grade one half of a grade for each unsatisfactory mark: 95 - 100% A (Mastery) 74 - 76% C 90 - 94% A- 70 - 73% C- 87 - 89% B+ 67 - 69% D+ 84 - 86% B 64 - 66% D 80 - 83% B- 60 - 63% D- (Passing) 77 - 79% C+
8. Course Policies 1. GPA of at least a 2.5 must be maintained to continue company membership and performance eligibility with an expected goal toward a 3.0 overall GPA. 2. If an injury occurs, it is policy that the student must complete therapy and treatment as prescribed, report frequently to the director, and continue to contribute to the success of the company by being helpful and assisting in rehearsals, and performance support work if necessary.
9. University Policies Preventing Sexual Harassment: Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972 prohibits sex discrimination against any participant in an educational program or activity that receives federal funds. The act is intended to eliminate sex discrimination in education. BYU's policy against sexual harassment extends not only to employees of the university but to students as well. If you encounter unlawful sexual harassment or gender-based discrimination, contact the Equal Employment Office at 422-5895 or visit the website at http://www.byu.edu/hr/eeo/info.html . Students with Disabilities: Brigham Young University is committed to providing a working and learning atmosphere that reasonably accommodates qualified persons with disabilities. If you have any disability that may impair your ability to complete this course successfully, please contact the Equal Employment Office at 422-5895 or visit the website at http://www.byu.edu/hr/eeo/info.html.
Church Educational System Honor Code: Brigham Young University exists to provide an education in an atmosphere consistent with the ideals and principles of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints. That atmosphere is created and preserved through commitment to conduct that reflects those ideals and principles. Observance of such standards is a condition of employment and admission. Those individuals who are not members of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latterday Saints are also expected to maintain the same standards of conduct, except church attendance. If you have any concerns, please contact the Honor Code Office at 422-2848. For more information on the following related topics, visit the Honor Code office website at http://www.byu.edu/honorcode/honor_code.htm o Be honest o Live a chaste and virtuous life o Obey the law and all campus policies o Use clean language o Respect others o Abstain from alcoholic beverages, tobacco, tea, coffee, and substance abuse o Observe Dress and Grooming Standards o Participate regularly in church services o Encourage others in their commitment to comply with the BYU Honor Code o Academic Honesty o Dress and Grooming Standards Brigham Young University College of Fine Arts and Communications Department of Dance Ballet Showcase Membership Acceptance and Contract Commitment
Fall 2014
Mission Statement The mission of the Ballet Showcase Company is to provide performing opportunities in a company setting for select students who have excelled at ballet and for those who are working at developing and broadening their performance skills in possible preparation to perform with Brigham Young University’s Theatre Ballet or in the profession.
Time Commitment This agreement will be in force upon signing and will remain in effect from August 26, 2014 through the end of Fall Semester 2014.
I have read and agree to abide by the Ballet Showcase Company syllabus and the requirements contained therein. I commit to work with a supportive attitude to build the company morale and uphold the Mission Statement. I commit to make an unencumbered commitment from August 26, 2014 through the end of Fall Semester 2014.
Signature:
Please PRINT: Name: BYU ID#: Local Address: Year in School: Local Phone Number: (______) ______Permanent Phone Number: (______) ______Major: Permanent Address: Technique Shoe Brand and Size: Tights Brand & Size (men only): Pointe Shoe Brand, Style and Size: