India: Dance and Culture
Spring 2018 quarter
Taught by
Odissi, one of the major classical dances of India, combines both complex rhythmic patterns and expressive mime. This class will be devoted to the principles of Odissi dance, the synthesis of foot, wrist, hand and face movements in a lyrical flow to express the philosophy of yoga based dance. Throughout the quarter, we will study the music, religion, and history of Indian dance and culture.
Program Details
Fields of Study
anthropology consciousness studies cultural studies dance religious studiesQuarters
Spring OpenLocation and Schedule
Campus Location
Olympia
Time Offered
Evening and WeekendAdvertised Schedule
6-8pm Tue/Thu
5:30-7:30 pm Sat