| Content Provider | HEC-TV  2007-08 Honorable Mention | ||||||||||||||||||||
| Contact Information | Helen Headrick live@hectv.org 3655 Olive St St Louis, MO 63108 United States Phone: (314) 531-4455 | ||||||||||||||||||||
| Program Type | Individual Program | ||||||||||||||||||||
| Program Rating | This program has not yet been evaluated. | ||||||||||||||||||||
| Target Audience | Education: Grade(s): 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9, 10, 11, 12 | ||||||||||||||||||||
| Maximum Number of Participants | For optimum interactivity we recommend no more than two classes combined. | ||||||||||||||||||||
| Minimum Number of Participants | There is no minimum number required for participation. | ||||||||||||||||||||
| Primary Disciplines | Fine Arts, Performing Arts, Dance | ||||||||||||||||||||
| Secondary Disciplines | Visual Arts | ||||||||||||||||||||
| Program Description | Join us live from the theater at the Center of Creative Arts (COCA) in St. Louis for excerpts performed from Ballet Eclectica’s “The Little Dancer.” This original story ballet features an artist who would like to fulfill the dream of Degas’ model for The Little Dancer, aged fourteen. The actual model, Marie, was never able to reach her dream to become a famous ballerina and perform all over the world. The artist in our story gives Marie the chance to accomplish her goal by painting her as a dancer into other art masterpieces from America – letting her “dance within” these works of art. The ensemble dancers are arranged by the Painter into a single unified work of art- bringing together harmoniously the forms of dance, art, and music. When your students see the ballet dancers perform, it will be easy for them to respond to the ballet moves—the particular movements and contortions, the music, the art the dancers portray, and other elements of the show. Questions asking how a particular dance story was done are absolutely worth exploring, as are discussions about the relationship of one dance story to the next, or the music to the art, or so on. This is also a great opportunity to teach art appreciation with the works featured in this performance. Have your students experience the thrill of live dance performance in many styles including traditional ballet as well as modern and contemporary dance. Let them see American works of art come to life through dance. Ask questions of the dancers and choreographers. Find out what it’s like to be a student of dance. PLEASE NOTE: The morning program is targeted to students in grades 3-8 while the afternoon program is targeted to students in grades 6-12. The morning program is designed to give students an appreciation for dance and the artistic works displayed, to see the thrill of dance and the integration of the arts, to pique their curiosity about dance, and learn more about the satisfaction of reaching a goal through the hard work that goes into such a performance. The afternoon program will continue the above ideas and also give students an opportunity to explore the type of dance utilized in the program and the concept of choreography. We’ll also explore the concept of “story” to see how it is created through art, music and dance. About the Dance Company Ballet Eclectica is one of two companies that train and rehearse at COCA. Founded in August 2005, its mission is to augment the educational opportunities and expand training to include public performances for ballet students at COCA. More information about COCA and Ballet Eclectica can be found at http://www.cocastl.org/. | ||||||||||||||||||||
| Program Format | As noted earlier, the morning program is targeted to students in grades 3-8 while the afternoon program is targeted to students in grades 6-12. The morning program is designed to give students an appreciation for dance and the artistic works displayed, to see the thrill of dance and the integration of the arts, to pique their curiosity about dance, and learn more about the satisfaction of reaching a goal through the hard work that goes into such a performance. The afternoon program will continue the above ideas and also give students an opportunity to explore the type of dance utilized in the program and the concept of choreography. We’ll also explore the concept of “story” to see how it is created through art, music and dance. The pace of the program, inclusion of student questions, and level of discussion will be targeted to the grade levels of each program. In both the morning and afternoon programs, the following elements will be included: 1. Welcome and Introduction—Welcome student groups, introduce guests and give background information on the story behind “The Little Dancer.” Students will be asked to their reaction to Degas’ statuette. If one or two of your students has a comment they wish to share in this section based on seeing the statue and discussing it as part of the pre-program activities, please send us their names via e-mail to live@hectv.org no later than Friday, March 11 so we can finalize the program agenda and ask for the ideas during the show itself. Have them sitting close to the microphone during the program to offer their ideas. 2. Dance, Discussion and Questions—The program will then proceed through both live performances of excerpts from “The Little Dancer” as well as excerpts taped from a performance at the theater in December. Those segments are: Waltz (taped excerpt) Magnolia Piece (live performance) Yellow and Green Squares (taped excerpt) The Tango (live performance) Stomp (live performance) Chihuly (taped excerpt) Students will have the opportunity to share their thoughts about what they saw in each performance and ask questions of the dancers and choreographers. If students have seen in advance images of the art work displayed during the dances, we encourage them to share how they envisioned a dance piece around that work being choreographed and comparing it to what they say the troupe perform. 3. Closing Segment--Including summary of topics discussed and final questions from students. | ||||||||||||||||||||
| Objectives | 1. The participant will explore the nature of dance and what it means to be a dancer and/or choreographer. 2. The participant will engage in a discussion about what it means to be an “ensemble” and how to best create a successful ensemble when performing in dance. 3. The participant will interact with students of dance and professional choreographers, see performances of dance, and engage in critical evaluation of the pieces and performances. 4. The participant will explore the concept of story and how a story is told through the integration of dance, art, and music. 5. The participant will gain an enhanced appreciation for dance and art. | ||||||||||||||||||||
| National Standards to which this program aligns | National Dance Standards 1. Content Standard: Identifying and demonstrating movement elements and skills in performing dance 2. Content Standard: Understanding the choreographic principles, processes, and structures 3. Content Standard: Understanding dance as a way to create and communicate meaning 4. Content Standard: Applying and demonstrating critical and creative thinking skills in dance 7. Content Standard: Making connections between dance and other disciplines National Visual Arts Standards 4. Understanding visual arts in relation to history and culture 6. Making connections between visual arts and other disciplines | ||||||||||||||||||||
| State/Regional Standards to which this program aligns | Featured State Standards (Missouri): Schools from across the country are invited to join in the program. Missouri state standards are provided for Missouri schools since partial funding for this program comes from Missouri organizations. Partial funding for this program comes from Missouri Arts Council. Communication Arts 5. Comprehending and evaluating the content and artistic aspects of oral and visual presentations (such as story-telling, debates, lectures, multimedia productions) Communication Arts 6. Participating in formal and informal presentations and discussions of issues and ideas Social Studies 6. Knowledge of the relationships of the individual and groups to institutions and cultural traditions Fine Arts 1. Knowledge of process and techniques for the production, exhibition or performance of one or more of the visual or performed arts Fine Arts 3. Knowledge of the vocabulary to explain perceptions about and evaluations of works in dance, music, theater and visual arts Fine Arts 4. Knowledge of interrelationships of visual and performing arts and the relationships of the arts to other disciplines Fine Arts 5. Knowledge of the visual and performing arts in historical context | ||||||||||||||||||||
| Program Length | 60 minutes | ||||||||||||||||||||
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| Connection Type(s) Available and Program Fees | Interactive Cost: $0.00 View Only Cost: $0.00 | ||||||||||||||||||||
| Program Fee Notes | There is NO CHARGE for this program. | ||||||||||||||||||||
| Cancellation Policy | Since there may well be a waiting list for interactive participation, we ask that you let us know of your need to cancel as soon as you know. | ||||||||||||||||||||
| Is recording allowed? | No | ||||||||||||||||||||
| The Provider broadcasts over | IP Internet 2 | ||||||||||||||||||||
| Minimum Technology Specifications for sites connecting to this provider | Once we have received your enrollment, we will contact you requesting the IP address of the VC unit you'll be using to connect to the program and also to arrange a test call between you and our state bridge organization MOREnet. Both these steps must be completed by March 10 to finalize your participation in the program. | ||||||||||||||||||||
