SOMATIC THEORY AND PRACTICES

DANCE 133

Study and practice of neuro-muscular relaxation, self-regulation, focus/concentration, stress/anxiety management, and body awareness. Exploration of the body as a creative tool to facilitate ease of movement and flexible approaches to stressors.

DANCE 211

Continuation ofDANCE 111andDANCE 112. Exploration of dance dynamics and quality through improvisation and the practice of set dance sequences.

DANCE 168

Gender theories and feminist theories focus on the body as the main site where gender distinctions are understood. As the body holds a central position in the art of dance and the academic discipline of dance studies, explores gender and feminist theories through the lens of dance. Drawing on a wide array of examples and dance genres ranging from across the globe (such as Ballroom, Bollywood, Folk Dance, Ballet and more) introduces the cultural specificity of gender norms and the ways that dance has the potential to challenge heteronormativity through performance.

DANCE 132

A laboratory in mind-body practice. Topics titles reflect the type of body practices or modalities covered. Each specific practice focuses on increased bodily awareness and function for the performing artist. Includes movement practices, readings, discussion, writing assignments, videos and performances/lectures.

DANCE 108

Emphasizes the study and practice of the Contemporary dance technique and exploration of the body as a creative and expressive instrument capable of gaining new understanding through the art of dance.