Introduction to Modern
Dance | Available
This entry level kid’s class will introduce the basics of Modern Dance. Modern Dance originated in the early 1900s. It is a different kind of dancing from ballet. The first modern dance artists rebelled against the rigidity of ballet, and began experimenting with different forms of movement. Although balletic principles are prevalent in the structure of the technique, modern dance is more experimental with pedestrian movements incorporated. Unlike ballet, we will be utilizing floorwork as well as standing level dancing. Students will get the opportunity to experiment with improvisation as well! We will be working towards a Modern Dance recital piece to be performed in May.
Attire: comfortable clothes to move around in: leotards, fitted t-shirts, footless tights, leggings, sweatpants, bare feet.
Beth Hesch
Beth Teaches: Modern and Tap
Beth Hesch is a 2003 graduate of the State University of New York College at Brockport with a Bachelor of Fine Arts Degree in dance. She has been fortunate enough to work with the American Dance Asylum, the Limon Dance Company, former Bill T. Jones dancer, Larry Goldhuber, and members of the Liz Lerman Dance Exchange. Beth has also had the opportunity to perform in venues such as Virginia Commonwealth University, Hobart & William Smith College, The Eastman School of Music, and The Yard, a performing arts colony in Massachusetts. Along with performing, Beth also enjoys choreographing and working with the students at Campbell-Savona Central Schools, where she is the drama club’s resident choreographer. Beth currently teaches modern and tap techniques at 171, and loves sharing her passion for dance with all of her students!