Modern dance evolved at the start of the 20th century, when dancers went in search of forms of movement that would allow them to escape the shackles of the classical ballet style. They wanted to liberate their movements, find a way of expressing their feelings in the moves they made. Modern dance developed both in Europe and the United States. Differences in culture, politics and geography led to different styles of modern dance.
Modern dance is based on ordinary natural movements, such as walking, running, jumping, falling, turning and rolling. The technique is a continuation of natural body movements and emotions, which are merged to form a flowing dance.
Each class begins with a short meditation and relaxation. From there, we slowly start moving around the space to warm up the body. This is done to prepare the mind and body for the physical activities during the class. We will then work on basic exercises and movements that allow the body to move freely during the dance routine we learn in the second part of the class.
Throughout each quarter, we will focus on a dance routine/piece that will be performed at the end of the quarter. This performance can either be live or in video form, which you can save as a memory of your time in the class.
This class is designed for beginners. You will receive the necessary tools to gradually improve and build upon your modern dance technique. The class focuses on having fun, making connections with new people, and learning new skills and techniques.
Schedule & enrolment
Teachers
Neil Dolan
Born in the UK, Neil trained at Laine Theatre Arts. After graduation, he lived in London and performed in British theatre before moving to work for a year in America. During his career Neil has performed throughout Europe in various musicals such as: Show Boat, We Will Rock You, Cabaret and West Side Story. In 2011 he moved to the Netherlands to join the original Dutch cast of Wicked in Scheveningen. For the past 6 years, Neil has been directing and choreographing theatre performances throughout the Netherlands. Neil is very excited to be joining the X team as Modern and Jazz teacher.
Rates
Category 1 - Student
Category 2 - TU Delft employee
Category 3 - Other
You do not need an X-subscription to follow this course. However, you do need an account in our webshop, which yo can create with your NetID. Don't have a NetID? Then drop by X to create an account.
Practical Information
Wear comfortable clothes that allows you to move easily. You won't need shoes as we dance in bare feet or socks.
During this course for intermediate dancers, we'll create a theatre production together, using modern dance to tell a story about ‘home’. Over 11 lessons, we’ll encourage dancers to express themselves authentically through movement, while honouring the theme of family ties. Our focus is on fostering a positive and supportive atmosphere, emphasising enjoyment and collaboration. The prospect of actually performing the piece for an audience (at X or perhaps even at a festival) adds an exciting dimension to the experience!
You will perform the resulting show three to five times.
Please note that availability for these performances is mandatory.
One try-out performance halfway through the course period,
at Presentation Night at X on Friday April 12 between 17:00 and 23:00.
A performance on the StukGoed Festival on Friday April 26 in theatre het Kapelletje in Rotterdam.
At least two performances at the end of the course period, at Delft Fringe Festival:
Two performances on Friday May 31 between 19:00 and 23:00 AND/OR
Two performances on Saturday June 1 between 13:00 and 17:00.
Final performance date(s) and times are to be finalized by the group after the start of the course.
Schedule & enrolment
Teachers
Neil Dolan
Born in the UK, Neil trained at Laine Theatre Arts. After graduation, he lived in London and performed in British theatre before moving to work for a year in America. During his career Neil has performed throughout Europe in various musicals such as: Show Boat, We Will Rock You, Cabaret and West Side Story. In 2011 he moved to the Netherlands to join the original Dutch cast of Wicked in Scheveningen. For the past 6 years, Neil has been directing and choreographing theatre performances throughout the Netherlands. Neil is very excited to be joining the X team as Modern and Jazz teacher.
Rates
Category 1 - Student
Category 2 - TU Delft employee
Category 3 - Other
You do not need an X-subscription to follow this course. However, you do need an account in our webshop, which yo can create with your NetID. Don't have a NetID? Then drop by X to create an account.
Practical Information
Wear comfortable clothes that allows you to move easily. You won't need shoes as we dance in bare feet or socks.
D.S.D.A. Dynamic offers association training and association activities in collaboration with X.
Whether you are a passionate dance-lover or just want to try something new; Dynamic's mission is to make dance accessible to everyone in Delft. They provide courses and workshops for and by students. There is something for everyone, for both beginners and advanced students, in the dance styles ballet, jazz, modern, commercial, urban, hip-hop and breakdance. They also organise regular get-togethers and other fun joint activities for members.
Association
D.S.D.A. Dynamic
Rates
You need a valid X year subscription and association membership to participate.
X subscription