The Final Movie

This is our final movie showing evidence of learning using still photos, video, interviews, and quotes from this blog. I would like to thank all of the students involved. You are all amazing, beautiful, young people. It was a pleasure working with you!

West African - Final Dance Showcase Videos

West African Cultural Dance

West African Fusion Dance

Elements used from the original cultural dance -

-Big, expressive arm movements

-Leg extensions

-Jumps

Hmong - Final Dance Showcase Videos

Hmong Cultural Dance



Hmong Dance Fusion
Elements used from the original cultural dance-
-Graceful and flowing movements
-Hand movements
-Emphasis on the wrists

Final Dance Showcase - Group Photos

Folklorico Cultural Dance Teachers / Dance Repertory - Folklorico Dance Fusion

Hmong Cultural Dance Teachers / Dance Repertory - Hmong Dance Fusion

West African Cultural Dance Teachers / Dance Repertory - West African Dance Fusion

Folklorico - Final Dance Showcase Videos

Folklorico Cultural Dance

Folklorico Dance Fusion

Elements used from the original cultural dance -

-Using the skirt to represent ocean waves

-Fluid movement

-Bouncy movement

Our Final Dance Showcase

I am very proud of the students involved in this project. You are ALL amazing!! Our showcase went well and the audience was pleased to see what the dancers had to offer. I will include photo and video entries of today's event soon.

All of the dancers involved in this project, please comment on the following questions by Sunday. Thanks!

**What did you learn through this experience?

**What insight do you now have about other dance genres, cultures, and students who are different from you?

**How will this experience help you in other areas of your life regarding dance?

**How will this experience help you in other areas of your life NOT regarding dance?

**The single word that inspired this project for me was “open”. After this experience, what does this word mean to you?

**Please include any additional comments about this project and your experiences.

Learning the Folklorico Dance