Performance quality

Question 1

What is Performance quality? (definition)

Answer 1

The interrelationship between the quality of line, control and variation of dynamics and kinaesthetic awareness in realising the concept/intent of a performance

Question 2

What is Control and variation of time and dynamic? (definition)

Answer 2

Temporal variation and dynamic variation provides interest for the audience, the same way as the use of space and music can.
Manipulation of dynamics and time will enhance meaning in your dance and will further demonstrate skill

Question 3

What is Quality of line?

Answer 3

To execute movement with clarity and correct alignment

Quality of line depends on the dancer’s understanding of kinaesthetic awareness and placement of body parts in relation to one another and in the space.

Question 4

What is Projection?

Answer 4

Projection is confident presentation of one’s body and energy to vividly communicate movement and meaning to an audience.

Question 5

What is Focus?

Answer 5

A central point or focus of attention in the movement space; the concentration attention, or specific energy given to movement in space

Question 6

What is Commitment and consistency?

Answer 6

Clarity in shapes and lines and the use of the elements of dance to assist in communicating a specific intent or concept

Commitment to performance is seen through consistency in quality of line, projection and focus.