Questions usually go like this, “Where do you want the arms on that step?” or “What’s right before the swoop step?” or “How are you counting the last phrase?”
Today’s note is LEARN THE ART OF ASKING QUESTIONS. Within a class or rehearsal session the one thing that can quickly become a “danger zone” are questions. Dancers are working to absorb the material and the choreographer is working to get the movement from their brain and body onto the dancers.
Guidelines for questions:
• Never ask a question to get attention
• Never challenge the director or choreographer with your question
• Always wait until all of the material has been taught to ask a question
• Wait for the choreographer/teacher to open the floor for questions
• Avoid asking questions that have already been answered
• In general-limit your questions!
If you LEARN THE ART OF ASKING QUESTIONS you will dance more and talk less. Choreographers and teachers will be at ease in your presence knowing that you are there to dance.
Learn the Art of Asking Questions!
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