Documenting the Duet/Trio Performance

Documenting the Duet/Trio Performance

Preparation

• Start by creating a clear performance plan detailing key movement ideas, spatial structure, and choreographic intention.
• Highlight the concept or theme being explored in the dance, explaining the backstory or narrative if there is one.

Rehearsal Process

• Keep track of ongoing adjustments made during rehearsals. Annotate video footage or photographs of sequences that change.
• Document any specific techniques or tactics employed to improve the performance – repetition of difficult phrases, use of slow-motion rehearsal etc.

The Performance Itself

• Take multiple videos or photos to fully preserve the completed piece for analysis.
• List the technical elements such as lighting, costumes, or props and how they contribute to the overall artistic vision.

Analysis and Reflection

• Critically analyse the final performance, referencing specific moments caught in video or photos.
• Review the cohesion and timing between dancers and how this affected the quality of the performance.
• Reflect on how effectively the intention of the choreography was communicated to the audience.
• Identify strengths and areas for development within the performance, giving targeted feedback for future improvement.

Reception and Feedback

• Record any feedback received from teachers, peers, or others. Reflect on how this aligns with your own analysis.
• Document the audience’s response and consider how elements of the performance may have influenced their reaction.