Special Topics in Dance Research (335-0-21)

Topic

Dance Theatre: Being Pina Bausch

Instructors

Melissa Blanco

Meeting Info

Wirtz Center Cellar: Mon, Wed 3:00PM - 4:20PM

Overview of class

This hybrid studio-seminar course explores the life and work of Pina Bausch. Pina Bausch was a German dancer/choreographer who innovated European dance theatre with her aesthetic practices that included autobiographical storytelling, humor, ironic use of props and glamorous costumes. An icon, myth and brand of German expressionism, Bausch still inspires contemporary dance theatre globally. The class will combine scholarly readings and movement work based on Bausch's aesthetic and culminate in a performance devised by students based on the aesthetic of Pina Bausch and German dance theatre.

Class Materials (Required)

Required materials will be available on Canvas, but students should consider purchasing the Royd Climenhaga workbook. $1-25