Concert Critique

This module provides an introduction to dance in our contemporary society. In addition, you will learn how to describe, analyze, and evaluate dance and write a Concert Critique.

For this module you will need to do the following:
Read Chapter 8 “Dancing in the New Millenium” (skip)
View all five dances on the module pages
Read Concert Critique Guidelines
Submit Concert Critique

Choose one of the dances you viewed in this module.

Read the “Concert Critique Guidelines” and submit your paper.

Rubric:
-Introduction: 10%
-Description: 20%
-Analysis: 20%
-Evaluation: 20%
-Conclusion: 10%

Grammar, organization, spelling: 20% (so be sure to proofread!)
All of the dances shown in this module were performed by Houston-based dance companies. I hope you enjoyed them and will go out to see some live dance in the future!

“How to watch a Modern Dance Concert”-3 (5 mins)
For a few extra tips (and perhaps a laugh or two!) on how to watch a modern dance concert, see the video below!

1. The Vessel-2
“The Vessel” (5:30 mins)
Performed by Houston Met Dance at Dance Houston, April 3, 2013
Choreographer: Kiki Lucas

2.Bitter Earth-3
“Bitter Earth” (6:30 mins)
Performed by Ad Deum Dance Company at Dance Houston, 2016
Choreographer: Steve Rooks

3.Called Back-3
“Called Back” (16:30 mins)
Performed by Hope Stone Dance at Dance Houston, 2013
Choreographer: Jane Weiner

4. Ndani-2
“Ndani” (5 mins)
Performed at Dance Houston, 2013
Choreographer: Shate’ L. Edwards

5.Barrier-2
“Barrier” (4 mins)
Performed by NobleMotion Dance at the City Wide Dance Festival, 2009
Choreography: Andy Noble

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