African-Caribbean Dance

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Overview

Subject area

DNCE

Catalog Number

360

Course Title

African-Caribbean Dance

Department(s)

Description

This course will focus on the work of Katherine Dunham and her technique as well as other African-derived dances of Caribbean countries such as Brazil, Haiti, Jamaica, and Trinidad. It will combine studio dance work in addition to group and independent projects. This course will also look at how race, class and ethnicity are important factors in the utilization of African-derived dance traits in today’s society.

Typically Offered

All Terms

Academic Career

Undergraduate

Liberal Arts

Yes

Credits

Minimum Units

2

Maximum Units

2

Academic Progress Units

2

Repeat For Credit

No

Components

Name

Lecture

Hours

2

Requisites

036197

Course Schedule