Dance 100
Dance 100 is a course that introduces non-majors to Modern Dance through historical, theoretical and practical approaches to dance.
The course fosters interdisciplinary exploration and experiential learning through lectures, discussions and laboratory work. The course content includes a survey of major works from figures and trends in Romantic Ballet to 20th Century Modern and Postmodern Dance. Students will explore, investigate and discuss the role that dance has played in the evolution of contemporary art.
The course explores the social, political, economic and cultural context in which dance is made. Through the study of major works, figures and trends, Dance 100 addresses developing a personal awareness of the diverse human creativity in modern dance, as an evolving art form, that is a physical expression of our contemporary world.
Watch some of the Dance 100 Students perform Gay Gordon's Scottish Dance.
Spotlight on Dance 100
Click here to watch a promotional video of Dance 100 from the Athletic Department at the U of I.
Here's what Dance 100 Students are saying...
- "It's one of the few classes I looked foward going to. The lab days pushed me to new limits. Having to perform in front of my peers, and being put in uncomfortable situations has helped my self-confidence. Once you have done Dance 100 Lab you are not afraid to be more open. I have learned that dance has no boundaries." - Student in Philip Johnston's Spring 2009 class
- "Dance to me is no longer set movements or choreography. It is what the body is compelled to do. This course allows you to explore dance beyond what you see on TV." - Student in Philip Johnston's Spring 2009 class
- "I used to think that dance was something only done by professionals. I now believe that our every day life is filled with dance." - Student in Philip Johnston's Spring 2009 Class
- "I didn't realize all the different movements you could do with your own body-- I now know everyone has a body to dane with and to to that you just have to move and have fun!" - Student in Philip Johnston's Spring 2009 Class
