DANCE200 Lecture Notes - Lecture 11: Laban Movement Analysis, Belly Dance, Chiropractic
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Dance 200: the spectrum of dance in society. Lecture 11: careers in dance and current issues. The economics of professional modern dance: global coordination: draw on ideas and rhythms from another country ex africa, europe, draw on performers that have been trained around the world, fusion dance is a blend of dance. Performing arts reflect culture"s needs and values. Ex morocco, china and india are adapting to the modern dance world (khatak?) Rising costs and cuts in funding force independent dancers to scatter around the world. Technology expands and grows- offers more sophisticated forms of entertainment. Those who love it stay in the profession a long time. Modern dancers increase their chances for professional work by attending undergrad school first. There is a body type preference ex ballet dancers are thin to see line and design of dance modern dancers can get jobs though unique movement quality. The more dance styles they know, the better chance of work.
