DIOCESAN SHRINE AND PARISH OF NEUSTRA SENORA DE ARANZAZU

TANGHALANG ARANZAZU
SEN14 KAIBIGAN REPRISE
DANCE WORKSHOP MODULE

OBJECTIVES:
1. To know the basics of theater choreography and movement.
2. To acquire knowledge about terms and relationships in dancing/movement.
3. To learn few dance comprehension techniques; and
4. To establish proper decorum, passion, interest, discipline and gracefulness for
every movement.

WORKSHOP PROPER:

1. What is Choreography?

Choreography is the art of designing sequences of movements in which motion,

form, or both are specified. Choreography may also refer to the design itself.

The word choreography literally means "dance-writing" from the Greek words
choreia (circular dance) and "graph" (writing).

Relates to Synchronization; meaning, the relation that exists when things occur at
the same time.

Dance choreography is also known as dance composition. Choreography is used

in a variety of fields other than dance, including cheerleading, cinematography,
gymnastics, fashion shows, ice skating, marching band, show choir, theatre,
synchronized swimming and video game production.

A choreographer is one who creates choreographies by practicing the art of

choreography.

2. Responsibilities of a Choreographer

PRE-SHOW

Attends production meetings with the director to collaborate show concepts before
choreographing the show.

REHEARSAL
1) Choreographs dances assigned by the director.
2) Supervises all dance show rehearsals.
3) Works with director, musical director and production staff on any problems that
deal with dancing.
4) Attends and is an active participant/evaluator of all dress, technical rehearsals.

PERFORMANCE
 1) Attends and evaluates previews and opening night performances. Gives notes to
director and/or discusses evaluation/corrections with cast.
2) Attends and is an active part of a post-show evaluation.

3. Responsibilities of a good Theater Dancer

Respect ones body by maintaining a healthy lifestyle

Respect ones peers by keeping hands to oneself and by using appropriate
language and behavior that is respectful and kind.
Respect directors, musicians, staff, parents, and all of the members of the
production, on rehearsals and on shows.
Respect the Studio, as well as other facilities in which the company performs,
by cleaning up after oneself.
Attend rehearsals consistently and on time with a positive attitude
Come prepared in appropriate dance attire.
Communicate with TA Directors and Heads, regarding any immediate
problems or issues.
All works and passionate movements shall be dedicated not for himself and
for everybody but for HIM alone.

4. Comprehension Techniques

To watch a dance is to try to read it, like a moving text. The strategies for
comprehending a dance made about science or poetry or math are the same as for
reading written texts, and developing skill at using the strategies transfers in both
directions, making dance a powerful literacy tool.

Making Connections Putting yourselves into something (things, matter,

human)

Developing Sensory Images Imagining to put yourselves into the story

(picturing yourself into that movement)

Questioning the crucial part if they can do it or not; Reason of the

movements and choreography

Executing execution part; performing

Memorizing/Reviewing comes after Executing

5. Dance Drills; Dance Samples; Dance Steps; Dance Genres