DNCE 130: Cross-Cultural Perspectives on Dance

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Units: 4

Hours: Lecture, 2 hours; discussion, 1 hour; extra reading, 3 hours

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Prerequisites: upper-division standing or con- sent of instructor

Description: With a view to understanding dance from a global perspective, course will survey anthro- pological writings on dance traditions found around the world. Topics covered include dance as an expression of social organization and social change, dance as a religious experience, and dance as play/sport.

Cross-listing: Cross-listed with ANTH 130.