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DANC303
Analyzing the Meaning in Movement: an Introduction to Laban Movement Analysis
DANC303 FA
| Section | Class Size | *Available | Times |
|---|
| 1 | 10 | 0 | Times: M...F.. 11:00AM-12:45PM; |
*The number of spaces listed as available is based on class seats open for
the current phase of registration. Some seats may be taken in previous
phases while others may be held out for subsequent phases of registration.
(Last Updated on Wed Mar 4 05:01:03 EST 1998
)
Photo Caption and Credits
This class will focus on theories of human movement
developed by Rudolf Laban known as Effort/Shape and Space
Harmony. It will introduce this material through
improvisation, composition assignments, observation,
readings and group discussion, both as a methodology for
observing/describing the structural and qualitative aspects
of human movement and as a means of experiencing a greater
range of personal expressivity and creativity in movement.
This approach to movement analysis can be applied to, and
provide insight in, the study of anthropology, psychology,
theater and education as well as dance performance,
choreography, teaching and scholarship.
MAJOR READINGS
Cecily Dell, A PRIMER FOR MOVEMENT
DESCRIPTION
Cecily Dell, SPACE HARMONY
Valerie Preston-Dunlop, A HANDBOOK FOR DANCE IN EDUCATION
Selected excerpts from the works of Rudolf Laban, Irmgard
Bartenieff, Marion North, Warren Lamb, etc.
EXAMINATIONS AND ASSIGNMENTS
Periodic quizzes on reading
assignments and class material; comprehensive final exam.
ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS and/or COMMENTS
Concurrent
enrollment in dance technique or improvisation course
preferred.
COURSE FORMAT: Discussion Fieldwork Seminar Studio
REGISTRATION INFORMATION
Level: UG Credit: 1.00
Gen Ed Area & Dept: HA DANC
Prerequisites:
None
- Section 01
- Cutler, C
- Times: M...F.. 11:00AM-12:45PM;
- Grading Mode: Mixed
- Registration Preference (1 high to 6 low, 0=Excluded) Sr: 1, Jr: 1, So: 1, Fr: 1
- Major Preference Given
- Permission of Instructor Required.
Last Updated on MAR-03-1998
About the Photo:
The four-diagonal cross in Laban analysis
Reference:
Laban, Rudolf. THE LANGUAGE OF MOVEMENT,
Boston: Plays, Inc., 1966
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