Category: Dance

  • About the History and Origins: – What are the origins of folk dance in the Phili

    About the History and Origins: – What are the origins of folk dance in the Philippines? (Pre-colonial influences, Spanish colonization, American influence) – How have folk dances evolved over time? (Changes in style, costumes, instrumentation) – What are some of the most significant historical events that have shaped Philippine folk dance? (Wars, revolutions, cultural movements)…

  • Must be atleast 350 words with visual representation. please further research th

    Must be atleast 350 words with visual representation. please further research the artist covered in this week’s material Twyla Tharp, from early Modern Dance to Post Modern Dance. Share some new (or developed) information (that you have found) about that artist. Explain why this artist is important and please share video footage that captures your…

  • 350 Words or more Options .. 1.Beetle juice 2. Hadestown 3. West side story 4. T

    350 Words or more Options .. 1.Beetle juice 2. Hadestown 3. West side story 4. Thelma the Unicorn Pick a full length musical to watch, via Library, Netflix, youtube etc. After watching the musical answer questions below. A Musical is not a Music Video please make sure you are selecting a Musical. Define what a…

  • PLEASE choose a different video from the original post. Robert Woofter: Electric

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    PLEASE choose a different video from the original post. Robert Woofter: Electric Idols – Millennium Stage https://www.kennedy-center.org/video/millennium-stage/contemporary-dance/2019/robert-woofter-electric-idols—millennium-stage-october-24-2019/ UMD On the Move – Millennium Stage https://www.kennedy-center.org/video/millennium-stage/contemporary-dance/2019/umd-on-the-move—millennium-stage-october-20-2019/ The meaning of Buck Dance – Millennium Stage https://www.kennedy-center.org/video/millennium-stage/contemporary-dance/2019/the-meaning-of-buck-dance—millennium-stage-september-20-2013/ Helanius Wilkins – Millennium Stage https://www.kennedy-center.org/video/millennium-stage/contemporary-dance/2017/helanius-j.-wilkins—millennium-stage-december-3-2017/ Christopher K . Morgan & Artists – Millennium Stage https://www.kennedy-center.org/video/millennium-stage/contemporary-dance/2017/christopher-k.-morgan–artists—millennium-stage-april-7-2017/ Modern Table – Millennium Stage…

  • This week, we look at 5 more artists and dance styles through the series, “If Ci

    This week, we look at 5 more artists and dance styles through the series, “If Cities Could Dance,” showcasing how dance represents in both traditional, and new ways. Watch them all. What stands out to you? What if anything do they have in common? ttps://youtu.be/kJ9d5L-VRLQ?list=PLeGdTT0–8KhVf4tLBAdplUY3Bl1iqKWC

  • Dancer Jobs Benefits and Jeopardies

    Among the variety of existed professions, it is so difficult to choose the one that may suit a person completely. When a student starts thinking about his/her future profession, it is very important to take into consideration personal interests, skills, and experience to be sure about success. Nowadays many students are under the influence of…

  • Analysis of Maya Ritual and Dance

    Maya ritual and dance are inseparable and based on several principles. First, sounds and movements are indivisible and simultaneously convey the past, present, and future. Second, since an Indigenous majority has a long history of oppression and threat, their ritual dances often express sacrifice. At the same time, they portray both victims and those who…

  • The Rite of Sun Dance: Ancient Native American Practice

    The rite of the Sundance is an ancient Native American practice by the Lakota Sioux. It is a ceremonial dance done during summer at a Sun Dance gathering. The dance is a spiritual and cultural ceremony to strengthen their community and to give thanks to Mother Earth. They believe that to live in harmony with…

  • Traditional Dance in Immigrants Lives

    Table of Contents Introduction Literary Sources Multimedia Sources Conclusion Introduction Different traditional cultures are forms of the primary self-organization of the human community. With confidence in inextricable unity with the community, a person gains a sense of security and belonging in traditional culture. As a vital part of the culture, dance promotes unity with society…

  • Classification of Dance: Dancing Styles and Their Characteristics

    Dancing is one of the most ancient hobbies and means of entertainment, which has been evolving and expanding throughout history. It is defined as a rhythmic movement of the body to the sound of music within a given space (Mackrell, 2019). Professional dancing is a complex structure that branches out to hundreds of different styles…