Understanding Dance
Course #: DANCE 130, Class #: 4141, Section #: 01
Description
This lecture course focuses on the study of Modern Dance in America and the history and development of this genre throughout the years. Students will examine the different viewpoints of what dance is, or should be, from the pioneers who helped create and shape the genre. Students will be introduced to the opinions of such artists as Duncan, Graham, Humphrey, Limon, Cunningham, Ailey, and more. Lectures, videos, readings, discussions, writing and studio practice are used to focus on critical observation. Students will learn how to view dance and verbally articulate what they see and experience through watching the dance.
Course Details
Date / Time
1/26/26 - 5/13/26
TuTh 11a.m. – 12:15p.m.
Location
University Hall Y04-4370
Credits
3
Session
Regular Academic Session
Class Dates
1/26/2026 - 5/13/2026
Location
University Hall Y04-4370
General Ed Requirements
The Arts
Enrolled / Capacity
20 / 20
Status
Closed