How to Prepare for a Dance Performance

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Unit: Rehearsing

Theme: How to Prepare for a Dance Performance

 

Introduction

 Warming up thoroughly before one starts dancing is the key to not getting injured and begin to focus. This is important in preparing the body for dancing as the warm up helps to endure the performance. Cooling down after a dance session is also important. Drinking plenty of water before, during and after dancing keeps the body hydrated.

 

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Learning Objectives

 

  • Understand the meaning of "dancing full out"
  • Explain which parts of the preparation for dancing is most challenging 
  • Gain an awareness of the tips you have already accomplished
  • Experience a dancing full out rehearsal

 

 

III

Warm Up

 

IV

Main Lesson

 

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Question

Describe in your words what dancing full-out means?

What is dancing full-out important for your dance performance?

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 HOW TO PREPARE


 Sorting Out the Practical Details

Keep a timeline on hand with the important dates

Get a schedule for the day of the show

Find out about costume requirements

Prepare physically and mentally

Attend every rehearsal

Set time for you to practice on your own

Develop a warmup routine

Eat a healthy diet as you prepare

Get a good night sleep the day before the performance

Try some relaxation techniques to cope with stage fright

Arrive promptly for check-in and warmups on performance day

 Question

Out of the tips listed above, which are the ones you find most challenging. 

Which tips have you accomplished already?

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A Note to Remember

 Coffee, tea, and sodas should be limited, as they all dehydrate the muscles and can lead to performance issues. On top of that, these drinks often come with extra sugar and hidden calories, things that dancers don't need.

 

 

 VI

Case Study

 

LINK:

How to Prepare for a Dance Show

 

 

VII

Activity

 

Students Rehearse their solos and their ensembles.

 

 

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 VIII

Journaling


IX

Glossary


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Sources

 

XI

Students' Work

 

 

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