Fusion Dance Company

FUSION DANCE COMPANY

FUSION Dance Company is a diverse group of passionate Franklin High School students dedicated to the discipline and art of dance. FUSION is a class, an after-school training program, a student-governed club, a community booster, and a team. Dancers within FUSION are committed to developing their dance & choreography skills. Dancers wear designated FUSION uniforms for class, rehearsals & performances, participate in fundraising, and collaborate with guest artists in the community. Dancers enroll in a rigorous dance course with pre-professional expectations. Dancers establish their own voice in the world of dance with advanced choreography projects for performance. Dancers also create and develop dance concerts for the community. Pre-Requisite: Application AND audition AND performance eligibility requirements.

2022-2023 Fusion Concerts:

Fusion’s Main Stage

Date: Friday, February 10th & Saturday, February 11th - 2023

Time: 7:00pm

Location: Cosumnes Oaks HS’ Performing Arts Center

Address: 8350 Lotz Parkway, Elk Grove, CA. 95757

Tickets: www.egusdarts.ludus.com (pre-sale begins in December 2022)

Fusion’s Showcase

Date: Friday, May 12th & Saturday, May 13th - 2023

Time: 7:00pm (There will also be a matinee show on Saturday at 2:00pm)

Location: Franklin HS’ Blackbox Theatre

Address: 6400 Whitelock Parkway, Elk Grove, CA. 95757

Tickets: www.egusdarts.ludus.com (pre-sale begins in March 2023)

2023-2024 FUSION AUDITIONS

REQUIREMENTS:

1) Complete the Fusion Application by Saturday, February 25th.

2) Attend & Participate in the "Fusion Try-Outs" on Saturday, February 25th

*FUSION APPLICATION: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSdFWSyOgZL-94rBWRGGyxVeGGwWehEphTPgi92wH59UkOPUDQ/viewform

REQUIREMENTS:
1) Complete the above Application by Friday, April 7th
2) Attend & Participate in the "Fusion Try-Outs" on Wednesday, April 5th and Thursday, April 6th

FUSION TRY-OUTS:

Dates: April 5-6

Time: 3:45pm-5:30pm
Location: HD-16 | Dance Room

Day 1 (April 5th): Learn a Dance Routine

Day 2 (April 6th): Perform the Routine for Judges

TRY-OUT REMINDERS:
*Dress in athletic/workout attire.
*Wear dance shoes, socks or be barefoot.
*Bring a water bottle & eat healthy before the event.
*No visitors or spectators are allowed at this event.

If you have any questions about the Franklin High School dance or yoga classes, contact: JCandela@egusd.net

COURSES

INTRODUCTION TO DANCE COURSE:

*Dance I, Beginning

This course offers beginning dance technique and choreography. Students will be introduced to various dance styles, including ballet and modern dance, jazz and tap dance, social and cultural dance, and contemporary and hip-hop dance. Students will gain an appreciation for dance as an art form and develop foundational skills necessary to pursue a variety of careers in dance. This course includes the application of the choreographic elements and principles, the study of history and evolution of dance, and an exploration of dance from a careers perspective. This course meets the Visual and Performing Arts graduation requirement, Grades 9-12; one-year equivalent, 10 credits. Pre-Requisite: None.

INTERMEDIATE DANCE COURSES:

*Dance II, Intermediate

This course offers intermediate dance technique and choreography. Students develop intermediate dance skills of the various dance styles, including ballet and modern dance, jazz and tap dance, social and cultural dance, and contemporary and hip-hop dance. Students will gain a deeper connection to dance as an art form and develop intermediate skills necessary to pursue a variety of careers in dance. Students will be introduced to production elements such as staging, lighting and sound, and company organization and management in professional dance careers. This course may be repeated for a maximum of 20 credits, Grades 10-12; one-year equivalent, 10 credits. Pre-Requisite: Successful completion of a beginning-level dance course and/or audition.

*Hip-Hop Dance

This course offers intermediate dance technique and choreography with an emphasis on hip-hop industry movement. Students develop intermediate dance skills of the various hip-hop movement styles, including breaking, popping, locking, jazz funk, groove, house, and old school. Students will gain a deeper connection to dance as an art form and develop intermediate skills necessary to pursue a variety of careers in dance. Students will be introduced to production elements such as staging, lighting and sound, and company organization and management in professional dance careers. This course may be repeated for a maximum of 20 credits, Grades 10-12; one-year equivalent, 10 credits.

ADVANCED DANCE COURSE (AUDITION REQUIRED)

*Dance III, Advanced

This course offers advanced dance technique and choreography skills to create project-based performances for live, film, and video production. Students will develop advanced dance skills of various dance styles, including ballet and modern dance, jazz and tap dance, social and cultural dance, and contemporary and hip-hop dance. Students will reflect upon their dance studies and establish their own voice within the world of dance. Students will prepare audition or choreographic portfolios, learn business/managerial skills, and develop a professional career plan. This course may be repeated for a maximum of 20 credits, Grades 11-12; one-year equivalent, 10 credits. Pre-Requisite: Successful completion of an intermediate-level dance course AND audition.

FUSION DANCE COMPANY:

FUSION Dance Company is a diverse group of passionate Franklin HS students dedicated to the discipline and art of dance. FUSION is a class, an after-school training program, a student-governed club, a community booster, and a team. Dancers within FUSION are committed to developing their dance & choreography skills. Dancers wear designated FUSION uniforms for class, rehearsals & performances, participate in fundraising, and collaborate with guest artists in the community. Dancers enroll in a rigorous 20-credit dance course with pre-professional expectations. Dancers establish their own voice in the world of dance with advanced choreography projects for performance. Dancers also create and develop dance concerts for the community. Pre-Requisite: Application AND audition AND performance eligibility requirements.