THTR 1125 Ballet I

This course is designed to challenge both the experienced and beginner dancer. Individual attention will be given with the goal of perceiving the technical and artistic aspects of dance as a performing art. Each class will incorporate barre and center work with phrases appropriate to the individuals in the class. Students will become familiar with the vocabulary and the historical background of ballet. Work in anatomy, kinesiology, costume design, and music will be introduced. Dress code will be leotard and tights or unitard, and ballet shoes. A pianist will accompany each class.

Course overview

Department
Theatre
School
MCAS
Credits
3
Level
Undergraduate
Offered
Biannually in the Fall

Requirements fulfilled

  • Dance: 2 Core Technique courses (Current University Catalog; students should confirm their catalog year)

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Official evaluation summary

4.76 / 5

Based on 58 aggregate responses from BC Avalanche/Blue evaluations.

Data freshness

Course and evaluation data last updated 2026-08-02. Source details and limitations are documented in Data Sources and Methodology.

Instructors

  • Amane Takaishi
    Fall 2026, Fall 2025, Fall 2024, Fall 2023, Fall 2022, Fall 2021 · Official rating 4.81/5

Sections

  • Section 01
    Fall 2026 · Amane Takaishi · Brighton Dance Studio;TuTh 09:00AM-10:15AM · Offered