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Skills Audit-Movement In Performance



Prior to this unit, I had only ever covered movement in class however this was in combination with other forms of performing arts such as scripted pieces, physical theatre etc, so I would say that I do have basic understanding of elements that make up movement/dance. I’ve also taken part in a school show which had a large amount of dance in it, so this was really useful as I hope to bring some of the skills I have learnt from it to this unit. Also just creating movement in class before this unit has allowed me to further develop my skills. In contrast, this unit will solely focus on movement in performance so I will need to make sure I am constantly deepening my knowledge of these familiar skills.

One major skill that I wish to enhance is my musicality; I would say I’m more comfortable performing on my own when it comes to movement as the being one beat behind is less noticeable compared to when you are in a group, you are easily distinguishable. I do find that there are many causes as to why I can become out of time, these are: forgetting what movement comes next, being distracted by other performers, worrying that it looks wrong, not focusing on the beats in the music. I think understanding the music that I will be working with will help me with this as I will come to know the timing in the music, also practicing the movement is an obvious aid in further improving my musicality.

Another thing I would like to work on is working with different types of music, in the school musical I took part in- the numbers were very fast paced and energetic, so perhaps working with different tempo of music will help portray different tones of atmospheres. Something I have come to understand since studying drama is that the same skill can be used in many ways. For example Projection is usually associated with projecting your voice loud enough so the audience can hear you, however the skill can be used in dance but instead Projection means to engage the audience and transmit a meaning to them through the movements. I wish to also focus on this as well I think it is important to convey a story/message through your dance, hopefully I will be able to apply this skill to my masterpiece.

Something I do find deplete when it comes to movement is confidence, I do not see myself as a confident dancer and this is one thing I wish to change. Many people in my class have had previous experience. I believe that if you are not confident on stage when dancing there is no way that you are fully participating your body into the movements-for me anyway. They are more half hearted movements and can look tired. I think if I was to make sure that I was putting 110% effort into my dance that I may feel more confident but at the same time confidence is something you build up over time so making sure I am pushing myself to myself every in and out of lesson is something I plan on doing.

My development/progression targets are:

1. Work on my musicality

2. Explore Projection within movement

3. Amplify my full body participation
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