Dance A Handbook For The Appreciation Of The Choreographic Experience

In dance, the choreographer creates, the dancer performs and the viewer observes. This work is a handbook for the viewer. By presenting historical and artistic perspectives of dance, dance events are made more approachable and appreciation for the art form is heightened. The choreographic components of body language, content, structure, music, design and interpretation are included. Also discussed is the development of critical reaction over time. Examples are drawn from Western theatrical dance and worldwide cultural variations. Terms are explained throughout the text, and an extensive bibliography gives sources in print and on tape for further study.Cass, Joan is the author of 'Dance A Handbook For The Appreciation Of The Choreographic Experience', published 2004 under ISBN 9780786422319 and ISBN 0786422319.