Release 

Comments 

Release 2

This version released with CUA Creative Arts and Culture Training Package version 2.0. Updated assessment conditions section. Updated modification history section to reflect changed name of training package.

Release 1

This version first released with CUA Creative Arts and Culture Training Package version 1.0.

Elements 

Elements describe the essential outcomes.

Performance Criteria 

Performance criteria describe the performance needed to demonstrate achievement of the element.

1. Rehearse a range of advanced allied contemporary dance techniques

1.1 Observe safe dance practice when extending the range of techniques required to perform duo work safely at a professional level

1.2 Incorporate understanding of the expressive, musical and formal aspects of partnering into performances

1.3 Develop rapport with partner during rehearsals and seamlessly adjust to a change of partner as required

1.4 Exhibit professionalism and adaptability to incorporate unseen combinations across different teaching methods

1.5 Incorporate understanding of nuances and characteristics of choreographic styles when performing group and solo work from contemporary dance repertoire

1.6 In dance tumbling, display a strong and acrobatic stance both in static and inverted positions

1.7 Work on perfecting a wide range of dance tumbling techniques 

2. Execute complex contemporary dance repertoire in practice sessions

2.1 Practise repertoire with increased attention to rhythms and time signatures commonly used in contemporary dance

2.2 Convey a high level of spatial awareness appropriate to solo and group work

2.3 Execute group work with a professional sense of cohesion, and solo work demonstrating strong musical individuality

2.4 Present variations and repertoire with a high level of stage presence and confidence across contemporary dance styles

2.5 Demonstrate through ongoing refinement of technique, evidence of advanced self-correction and concentrated response to feedback

3. Extend improvisation techniques

3.1 Practise improvisation tasks of increasing complexity and diversity

3.2 Apply an ever-expanding movement vocabulary and spontaneity in response to various stimuli

3.3 Achieve a mature performance quality through improvised solos and scored group work

4. Develop professional practice

4.1 Refine professional work ethic

4.2 In consultation with teachers and mentors, develop realistic parameters for extending scope of performance practice

4.3 Identify regimes and artistic strategies to refine own performance technique

Skill 

Performance Criteria 

Description 

Learning

4.2, 4.3

• Analyses feedback and reflects on performance to identify ways to develop performance
• Identifies opportunities to extend professional development

Oral communication

1.3, 2.5, 4.2

• Obtains information by listening and questioning
• Builds rapport with partners through verbal and non-verbal means

Navigate the world of work

1.1, 4.1, 4.2, 4.3

• Follows accepted industry practices in relation to safe dance practices and general work ethic
• Takes responsibility for own professional development

Interact with others

1.1, 1.2, 1.3, 1.5, 2.2, 2.3, 2.4, 2.5, 3.3, 4.2

• Works collaboratively on developing and improving allied contemporary dance techniques
• Determines the needs of partner and others and adapts appropriately

Get the work done

1.1, 1.2, 1.3, 1.4, 1.5, 1.6, 1.7, 2.1, 2.2, 2.3, 2.4, 2.5, 3.1, 3.2, 3.3

• Adopts a methodical, disciplined and positive approach to dance classes and rehearsals
• Works creatively with music and dance
• Displays high level of technical skills in solo, ensemble and partnership situations
• Employs physical control throughout execution of sequences
• Demonstrates timing and weight centring techniques with partner, applying them to lifts and counterbalances
• Demonstrates a high level of spatial awareness in partnering
• Emulates the style and intention of duo-work repertoire and choreography through partnering allied technique
• Undertakes physical risk with awareness of safe dance practices

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current version 

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previous version 

Comments 

Equivalence status 

CUADAN610 Extend allied contemporary dance techniques at a professional level (Release 2)

CUADAN610 Extend allied contemporary dance techniques at a professional level (Release 1)

Updated assessment conditions section. Updated modification history section to reflect changed name of training package.

Equivalent unit

Release 

Comments 

Release 2

This version released with CUA Creative Arts and Culture Training Package version 2.0. Updated assessment conditions section. Updated modification history section to reflect changed name of training package.

Release 1

This version first released with CUA Creative Arts and Culture Training Package version 1.0.