Humanities Arts Cultural Stu 0236 - Haitian Dance Techn & Theory

Fall
2018
1
4.00
Dasha Chapman
02:00PM-03:20PM TU;02:00PM-03:20PM TH
Hampshire College
327262
Music and Dance Building MAIN;Music and Dance Building MAIN
dacHA@hampshire.edu
In this combined technique and theory course, students will engage in the practice of Haitian dance, and support this embodied learning with study of Haitian artists, history and culture. Bi-weekly physical practice introduces students to the foundations of Haitian dance, and reading, writing and discussion familiarizes students with both important Haitian dance artists and history, and related topics in Haitian studies (the Haitian Revolution, Vodou religion, migration). We will read from the fields of history, ethnography, religious studies, performance studies and literary fiction, and get to know the landscape of iconic and contemporary Haitian dancers. No previous dance experience necessary.
Arts, Design, and Media Independent Work Multiple Cultural Perspectives In this course, students can expect to spend 6-8 hours weekly on work and preparation outside of class time.
Permission is required for interchange registration during the add/drop period only.