1) Pick one of the global dance forms shown in the first playlist. These are Sinte (Guinea), Butoh (Japan), Capoeira (Brazil), and Bharatanatyam (India). What are the characteristics of the movement style that you chose? Guiding Questions: Are the movements fast or slow? Are they big or small? Is there a relationship to music and rhythm? Is there a relationship among dancers? What is the movement quality like?
2)Do some research on the global dance form you chose. Where does it come from and what has influenced it? Remember to write in your own words and not just copy/paste from a website.
3) In your own words, what are some defining characteristics of competition dance? Were you familiar with it before this assignment and, if so, how?
4) What happened in Crystal Pite’s piece “The Statement”? What did the movement look like? How were the other supporting elements used? (costumes, lights, sound design, etc.)
5) What did watching “The Statement” make you feel or think about? Were there certain things that drew you in, or things that pushed you away? Did it remind you of any other parts of life, culture, or experiences you’ve had?
Links:
https://youtu.be/LXLe_lfjBVs?list=PLHvL4ZRVldysalLmXD02_hfdp5WJYfSOz
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