Performance: Safe Working Practices

Documenting the Quartet Performance

Identify key themes and ideas in your quartet performance that you want to document.
Use video or photography to record the choreography and movements.
Create detailed notation of the dance steps and sequences for reference.
Comment on and analyse individual and collective performance, noting strengths and weaknesses.
Examine how the choreography comes together to present the artistic vision or concept.
Highlight any areas that were particularly effective or problematic during the performance.
Include any feedback and assessment from teachers or peers for review.

Record and notate your solo choreography.
Evaluate your technical execution of the dance, noting areas of strength and improvement.
Reflect upon expressive qualities used and their effect on the overall performance.
Analyse how your solo piece communicates the intended narrative or emotion.
Document any improvements or alterations made to the piece during rehearsals and why.
Include external feedback – from teachers, classmates, or other observers – to enhance your self-evaluation.

Understand the importance of physical strength, stamina, and flexibility.
Practice and demonstrate different dance techniques.
Show physical expressivity, bringing the dance to life with your movements.
Demonstrate coordination and control of your body to execute complex movements.
Implement correct posture and alignment.

Perceive and respond to dance music and rhythm.
Show proficiency in various dance styles and choreographies.
Present the ability to use space well, including moving from one part of the stage to another.
Exhibit competency in dance steps, sequences, and combinations.

Collaborate and work effectively as a team.
Implement choreography in coordination with others, displaying unison or counterpoint as required.
Understand your role within the quartet, ensuring your performance complements and supports the others.
Display emotional connection to the group and the dance piece.

Warm up suitably before dancing and cool down afterwards to prevent injury.
Perform dance movements safely, guarding your own and others’ physical well-being.
Maintain professional regard for the dance space and equipment.
Follow any performance rules or guidelines.