DANCE 308 - Asian Dance in the Contemporary World

Upper Division

Prerequisites
WRIT 200 or WRIT 201 or WRIT 205 or WRIT 210 or WRIT 215 or WRIT 220 or WRIT 225 or WRIT 230 or WRIT 308, previously or concurrently; Minimum grade C-.

Classical dance is a significant symbol for contemporary Asian nation states and their diasporas. This course investigates the category of “classical dance” and its performative value as a concept. Students will examine the key sources upon which the dances are based; survey the histories of the forms that comprise the canon; and situate the revival, reconstruction, and institutionalization of classical dance as a symbol of national identity and heritage in four nations. The course also examines the relationship between dance, transformation, cultural exchange, colonialism, nationalism, religion, and social history.

Repeatable
No

Fee
$100

Additional Notes
Previous course number: PERFA 181

Course credits: 3