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Elizabeth A Cooper
DANCE 544
Seattle Campus

Early Dance History

Explores Western theatre dance history from Renaissance court dance to development in ballet history through the mid-20th century. Examines dance practices in cultural/historical context. Assigned readings, in-depth analyses of dances on video guide a discussion of form, content, interpretation, and critical reception. Offered: A; alternative years.

Class description

Course meets jointly with Dance 344. See Instructor Description for Dance 344.

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The information above is intended to be helpful in choosing courses. Because the instructor may further develop his/her plans for this course, its characteristics are subject to change without notice. In most cases, the official course syllabus will be distributed on the first day of class.

Last Update by Elizabeth A Cooper
Date: 09/10/2007