Evaluation and refinement of performance

Understanding the Role of Evaluation

Performance Evaluation: Review the performance against the initial objectives and goals. Consider factors like engagement with the audience, expression of emotion, and adherence to choreography.
Critique: Get perspectives from both performers and audience members to gather a wide scope of feedback, and understand how the performance was received.
Iterative Process: Refinement comes through an iterative process where evaluation feeds back into rehearsal and performance preparation.

Technique: Examine the execution of techniques such as alignment, strength, flexibility, and coordination. Remember the importance of a warm-up and cool down as part of the overall technique.
Expression: Look at how effectively emotions and ideas were communicated through facial expressions, body language, and movement. Pay particular attention to the connection between the movement and the music.
Space and Timing: Assess how effectively the performer(s) used the stage space and adhered to timing. Gauge the awareness of space, rhythm, and timing during the performance.
Energy: Analyse the energy levels maintained throughout the performance. Dynamism can greatly affect how the performance is received.

Reflection: Post-performance, take the time to consider what worked well and what could be improved.
Integration of feedback: Be open to criticism and incorporate feedback into future rehearsals and performances.
Identifying key areas: Focus on areas that require the most attention based on evaluation.
Practice: To improve any elements identified in the evaluation, regular, dedicated practice is essential.

Story-telling: Check whether the dance tells a clear story or successfully portrays the desired mood, theme, or message.
Choreographic Devices: Spot the use of repetition, contrast, transition, cannon, and unison. Evaluate how well they contribute to the piece.
Cultural and Societal Representation: Analyse if the choreography reflects certain cultural or societal aspects.

Clarification of Intentions: Understand the motivations and intentions behind the choreographer’s choices
Justification of Choices: Be able to explain why certain choreographic decisions were made
Adaption and Refinement: Revisit the choreography and adjust based on feedback and continued exploration of artistic intentions.