images of ancient and tribal dances from around the world

 

History and Appreciation of Dance

 

DAN 100 Course Description

3 units - CSU/UC
Prerequisite: None

Through videotapes, lectures, readings and in-class discussions, the universal human activity known as dancing is explored in this cross-cultural course which looks at the myriad ways in which dance functions in societies. The histories, theories, techniques and purposes of various theatrical, religious and social dances from around the world are compared, contrasted and interrelated to reveal the universal as well as the culture-specific nature of the dancing body and its audiences. This is a requirement for dance majors and meets graduation requirement for a multicultural and/or humanities course for the non-major.
Cross listed as HIST 151

Course Sections and Instructors for Spring 2004

SJC:
1380, G.HOAK

MVC:
3290, P.NAGGI

 

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