Special Projects in Dance / Fall 2024

   I Unit: Early Modern Period Theme: The Renaissance  Introduction The Renaissance was a fervent period of European cultural, artistic, political and economic “rebirth” following the Middle Ages. Generally described as taking place from the 14th century to the 17th century , the Renaissance promoted the rediscovery of classical philosophy, literature and art.   II Learning Objectives   Understand the importance of the Reformation  Explain the meaning of the Renaissance for dance Gain an awareness of the Pre-Classic dances Experience the steps of some Renaissance dances   III   Main Lesson    1 Reformation The Reformation is considered one of the events that signify the end of the Middle Ages and beginning of Early modern period in Europe. Reformation, also called Protestant Reformation, refers to the religious revolution that took place in the Western church in the 16th century . The Reformation was the start of Protestantism and t...

  Unit : Indigenous Dance Theme : The Areito I   Introduction   The areito was the dance practiced by the indigenous Caribbean men and women.  It was a complex ritual in which dance was just the vehicle to connect with the spirit world, create a sense of community and control the forces of nature.   II  Learning Objectives Introduction to the student's research Understand the meaning of areito  Explain the importance of areito Gain an awareness of the mechanics of the dance Experience the five ceremonial stages of the dance Reflect on the work done in class   III  Main Lesson 1   a. Introduction to student's research. b. Write a brief introduction where you explain how this independent study course will fit into your own research. -------------------    2  c) Concept of the areito according to Diana Taylor    The Archive and the Repertoire Introduction, page xviii (last paragraph) - xix, paragraphs Page 4, las...