Dancing in London
Students can spend the fall semester of their junior year in London working with international technique teachers and choreographers. Students also attend dozens of dance and theater performances presented by both British and international companies. Courses build on the opportunities that London provides with frequent field trips, guest speakers, as well as weekend trips to other parts of England.
Roger Williams University students Dancing in London with British Choreographer Alexander Whitley
DANCE 350 - British Dance and Performance Art: London
Co-requisite: THEAT 490 (Students pursuing a Core Concentration in dance may substitute this course for THEAT 350.)
Offers opportunities to see dance, movement theatre, and performance art in Britain, and to study the cultural influences of Britain on these performing arts. Students attend several performances a week, participate in group discussions, and complete written reports. (London) (3 credits) Fall
DANCE 225 - Intermediate Technique: London
Prerequisites: DANCE 301, 302; or consent of department faculty
Designed for students who must complete additional technical work on the intermediate level. In addition to class performance, students increase knowledge of techniques associated with modern, ballet and dance masters. (3 credits) Fall, London only
DANCE 325 - Advanced Technique: London
Prerequisites: DANCE 320, 321; or consent of department faculty
Offered to students who exhibit special talents in the field of dance. Each will be required to challenge and maximize his or her abilities in technique, improvisation, and repertory. Requires solid working knowledge of the theories and techniques of Graham, Humphrey/Limon, Cunningham, Horton and Ballet. (3 credits) Fall, London only
DANCE 410 - Independent Study
Individualized study in dance/performance through special arrangement with the department faculty or the academic advisor. (1-3 credits)