Program Details

Max # of Students

One classroom, 35 students plus teacher, per workshop. Teacher participation is strongly encouraged.

Duration

45 - 60 minutes; minimum of 3 workshops per day; 5 – 18 days

Space Requirements

Empty classroom, MPR or auditorium (no tables or chairs) NO OUTDOOR AREAS

Tech Requirements

Electrical outlet, chalk or white board. TV/VCR and/or boom box will enhance program. Set-up time in room: 15-30 minutes.

Available Dates

Available year round, subject to artist availability.

Fee(s)

$95/wkp (min. 3 wksps) $95/planning mtg (min. 1 mtg) $400 culminating activity (optional) $30/day for travel beyond 30 miles downtown LA 10 week residency (5 wkps/day) average cost: $5,545

Special Considerations

AMAN Dance Educators can work with you to create a custom dance experience. Program serves K-12. More standard examples are available. Single Visits, Family Nights & Prof. Dev. programs also avail.


Scheduling

Contact Name

Ms. Dawn Dyson AMAN Dance Educators
Scheduling Coordinator

Address

245 W. Loraine Street, #231
Glendale, CA 90027

Phone

(323) 828-2404

Fax

(626) 798-7747

Email

dysondancearts@sbcglobal.net

Website


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Abstract submitted previously

backgroundStandards & Learning
AMAN Dance Educators present the Creative World Dance Curriculum, a unique program that teaches students dances from around the world and leads them through creative activities that expand their understanding of their bodies in action as tools for communication. Students will expand their knowledge in geography, history and culture, and gain skills in cooperation, coordination, creativity and rhythm. The curriculum includes dances from Europe, Asia, Africa and North America. AMAN Dance Educators, who are former members of the world-renowned AMAN Folk Ensemble, continue to build on 20 years of dance education experience. All workshops are grade-appropriate and correspond to the Visual and Performing Arts Standards.

Program

Students will use their bodies as active tools to learn about different cultures and to understand their own communities in new ways. They will experience traditional folk dances from various cultures and engage in creative exercises giving them the ability to create their own movement vocabulary and a new community dance. Through demonstrations, observations, discussion and dance activities, students will learn dance skills and related terminology while developing an increased awareness of rhythm and melody. Students will become aware of dance and music as tools for learning about their own and others’ cultures and increase their desire to learn about their cultural background. Throughout the residency students will increase their focus and concentration, group cooperation and cohesiveness, and develop feelings of success and self-confidence.
See how this program meets the Content Standards for California Public Schools