Year 9 ARTS - Dance
9DAN Course DescriptionTeacher in Charge: Mrs S. Holswich.
9 Dance
This course is designed for anyone who enjoys dance - no prior experience is needed, just a willingness to participate. Students will experience a broad range of dance styles which may include Jazz, Disco, Contemporary and Musical Theatre. Students will look at how dance is used for different purposes. Choreography is an important part of the course and students will explore movement using different devices to compose dance.
Students who take Dance develop skills in creative processes, evaluating and communicating ideas and working collaboratively with others.
Participation in dance performances as a positive collaboration, before a live public audience, is a requirement of the programme.
Learning Areas:
Year 9 Courses 2024 (will be updated for 2025 shortly), Drama and Dance
Pathway Career Pathways
Diversional and Recreational Therapist, Actor, Art Director (Film, Television or Stage), Artistic Director, Film and Video Editor, Sound Technician, Dancer, Entertainer, Minister of Religion, Musician, Systems Administrator, Director (Film, Television, Radio or Stage), Radio Presenter, Early Childhood Teacher, Media Producer, Production Assistant (Film, Television, Radio or Stage), Model, Nanny/Child Carer, Private Teacher/Tutor, Television Presenter
Contributions and Equipment/StationeryStudents are expected to wear PE gear or other comfortable dance clothing. This can include, trackpants, shorts, leggings etc.
'Tawa Dance' t-shirts and hoodies may be available for purchase throughout the year.