AFRICAN DANCE PERFORMANCE

DANCE/THEATRE 218

Course Description

Technique, practice and performance of complex African and African-based dances in relation to polyrhythmic musical and percussive accompaniment. Study of historical and cultural contexts of these forms. Development of improvisational skills in dialogue with musicians.

Prerequisties

DANCE 118

Satisfies

This course does not satisfy any prerequisites.

Credits

Not Reported

Offered

Not Reported

Grade Point Average

No change from Historical

Completion Rate

100%

No change from Historical

A Rate

100%

No change from Historical

Class Size

No change from Historical

Instructors (2025 Fall)

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