Section 2: Lady Jane

Question 1

What is the structure of the second dance ‘Lady Jane’ in “Rooster” (1991/994)?

Answer 1

The structure is illustrated by that of the song, following the lyrics to introduced three different relationships with Lady Jane, Lady Anne, and Sweet Marie.

Question 2

What is the genre of ‘Lady Jane’ in the second dance ‘Lady Jane’ in “Rooster” (1991/994)

Answer 2

Baroque Rock

Question 3

How many dancers are in the second dance ‘Lady Jane’ in “Rooster” (1991/994)

Answer 3

10 dancers: 5 Female, 5 Male

Question 4

What are the main themes in the second dance ‘Lady Jane’ in “Rooster” (1991/994)

Answer 4

Courtship
Rejection

Question 5

Accurately describe the courtly/elaborate bow from the second dance ‘Lady Jane’ in “Rooster” (1991/994)

Answer 5

The male in the red jacket stands on a bent supporting leg his other leg is on Demi-pointe out to second, he lowers his centre of gravity as he performs an elaborate circling of the wrist as he hinges his body from the hips towards her.