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DANCE 306 - Laban and Bartenieff Movement Studies: perspectives in Social Somatics


Upper Division

Prerequisites
DANCE 100  and DANCE 101  with a minimum grade of C-, or permission of instructor.

This course explores the theoretical system of Laban Movement Analysis (LMA) and Bartenieff movement studies that together provides a framework for observing, describing and analyzing human movement patterns and understanding non-verbal actions and communication. LMA is a comprehensive and holistic system that examines the fundamental elements and layers embedded in all patterns of human movement thus providing a language for movement description and inquiry. The system not only increases awareness of the basic principles of human movement, but can also provide a connective framework for how we as embodied beings create and communicate knowledge. Social Somatics operates on the understanding that the individual is not separate from the social context that shapes us. It brings awareness to internalized, relational, and structural conditions that impede wellness and then explores how to heal from this place. The approach to the class is two-fold with an emphasis on active participation and somatic synthesis of the theory. Be prepared to move, dance, choreograph, and improvise in class each day.

Core Curriculum Designation(s)
ACP, ARTS, HUM, HSP - Arts and Humanities Analysis and Practice

Repeatable
No

Additional Notes
Previous course number: PERFA 180

Course credits: 3



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