>THE NOTATION PROCESS

The notation of a dance takes place in the studio as the work is being taught to a group of dancers who don't already know it. The notator is there for all the rehearsals, recording not only the steps but also any imagery, motivation, and characterization given to the dancers by the choreographer or stager. The notation process does not in any way change or disrupt the normal rehearsal process.

The completed score provides a blueprint for future stagings of the work. A score allows each artist to learn the work without being influenced by someone else's artistic interpretation.

In addition to producing the score, which captures the choreography, DNB collects a full range of materials to ensure complete documentation. These materials include:

 Videotaped records of specific performances
 Music tapes and marked music scores
 Production information such as costume, set, and light designs
 Historical information
 Anything else required by a specific dance to ensure future stagers will have the information they need.