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Bharata Natyam (South Indian Classical Dance): Introduction of South Indian Classical Dance

DANC 261
Spring 2006
Section: 01  
Course Cluster: Southern Asia Studies

This course is an introduction to the movement language of the South Indian Classical Dance tradition, Bharata Natyam. Through daily embodiment of the movement language of Bharata Natyam, students will gain an understanding of the aesthetic, political, social and cultural dimensions of this form. The course will focus largely on studio participation, combined with readings, discussions and video viewings to deepen our understanding of this form. There is no prerequisite and no prior dance experience is expected for this course.

Essential Capabilities: Reading Non-Verbal Texts
Credit: .5 Gen Ed Area Dept: HA DANC
Course Format: StudioGrading Mode: Graded
Level: UGRD Prerequisites: None
Fulfills a Requirement for: (DANC-MN)(DANC)(GSAS-MN)(GSAS)
Past Enrollment Probability: Not Available

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