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Perform dance repertoire at a professional level

Perform dance repertoire at a professional level

Unit of competency
National Code
CUADAN601
State Code
WI072
TGA Status
Replaced
DTWD Status
Replaced
Current Release Number
2.00
Current Release Date
15/01/2016
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State Implementation and Classification
Approved Date
30/09/2014
Field of Education
100105 - Dance
Original Release Date
30/09/2014
Nominal Hours
120
Description
This unit describes the performance outcomes, skills and knowledge required to perform complex dance technique demonstrating range, depth, precision and artistry in traditional ballet and contemporary works at a professional level.This unit applies to dancers who are moving towards professional careers in contexts where complex dance technique and versatility are required. Employment is with professional companies where dancers perform advanced repertoire from traditional ballets and contemporary works as part of ensemble, duo or soloist roles. They could also be performing in rehearsals and productions of established or original works by staff and guest choreographers.While some supervision and guidance are provided in practice sessions and rehearsals, dancers are expected to display a high level of motivation and responsibility for themselves and others during practice sessions, rehearsals and live performances.No licensing, legislative or certification requirements apply to this unit at the time of publication.
Notes
Elements and Performance Criteria
1. Contribute to the rehearsal process
  • 1.1 Demonstrate an ability to prepare unsupervised for rehearsals
  • 1.2 Display professional work ethic with respect to concentration, focus and physical alertness
  • 1.3 Contribute to the creative process with a high level of initiative, confidence and understanding of the historical and stylistic background to repertoire
  • 1.4 Respond promptly to direction
  • 1.5 Practise and rehearse sequences until performance standard is reached
  • 1.6 Observe safe dance practice by performing warm-up and warm-down activities in conjunction with dance activities
2 Execute a professional level of artistry and presentation
  • 2.1 Refine professional skills by using feedback and choreographer’s or director’s notes to enhance personal and group performance
  • 2.2 Demonstrate a professional level of performance presence and partnering techniques
  • 2.3 Show detailed interpretation of dance sequences as required by the choreographer
  • 2.4 Execute complex variations of repertoire with accuracy and precision
  • 2.5 Exhibit professionalism and adaptability by transferring class work into professional performances
3. Perform specified roles in chosen dance works
  • 3.1 Execute complex variations and repertoire with a high level of technical accuracy
  • 3.2 Convey a high level of spatial awareness appropriate to solo, group and partnering work
  • 3.3 Execute group and partnering work, demonstrating strong cohesion, and solo work demonstrating strong musical individuality
  • 3.4 Present variations and repertoire with a high level of stage presence and confidence across ballet styles and genres
4. Incorporate performance techniques into professional level performances
  • 4.1 Undertake preparations appropriate to performance contexts
  • 4.2 Ensure that personal presentation is appropriate to performance contexts
  • 4.3 Apply performance psychology techniques to preparations
  • 4.4 Maintain focus to produce performances that show artistry, rhythm and musicality and convey the story and mood of dances
  • 4.5 Convey choreographic intent of dances through confident and precise execution of performance techniques
  • 4.6 Contribute to debriefing sessions to evaluate the quality of performances and to discuss ways of improving individual and ensemble technique
5. Develop professional practice
  • 5.1 Refine professional work ethic and knowledge of dance and staging terminology
  • 5.2 In consultation with teachers and mentors, develop realistic parameters for extending scope of performance practice
  • 5.3 Identify regimes and artistic strategies to refine own performance technique
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Replaced By
State Code National Code Title Type
ODH04 CUADAN631 Perform dance repertoire at a professional level Unit of competency
State Code National Code Title Type
J707 CUA60113 Advanced Diploma of Dance (Elite Performance) Qualification