Humanities Arts Cultural Stu 0253 - Dance in the Community

This course is designed for students interested in merging social activism, performing arts and teaching. It teaches students to use movement, dance and theatre in settings such as senior centers, schools, prisons, and youth recreation centers. In studio sessions, students will learn how to identify, approach, and construct classes and dance exchanges or events for community sites. Much of the time will be spent together off-site in various locations throughout the Pioneer Valley, where students themselves will create and lead movement/theatre experiences. Some outside of class lab time will be necessary to organize and develop the classes and possible performances. Selected videos and readings will provide a context for discussion and written responses and assist in the development of an individual student's research and teaching methods. No previous experience in the arts or in teaching is necessary.

Independent Work Jodi Falk will teach this course Field Trips $60.