Dancing Through Life: An Autoethnographic Collection of Experiences and Perspectives in the Commercial, Experimental and Street Dance Spaces

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Author
Byrne, Caitlin
Keyword
First Reader Shaka McGlotten
Senior Project
Semester Fall 2018
Readers/Advisors
Mcglotten, Shaka
Term and Year
Fall 2018
Date Published
2018

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http://hdl.handle.net/20.500.12648/13870
Abstract
This project is about dance. I have research and participated in the culture of commercial, street, and theatrical styles for most of my college years. I thought it would only be fitting to do an autoethnography where I focus on the spaces I have been a part of, the people I have met and been inspired by, and the cathartic, spiritual experiences that dancing has brought me. I use cultural dance theory perspectives from Judith Hanna and feminist theory from Judith Butler to analyze my personal experiences, while also using these texts to analyze pop culture and its influence. I also have compiled a video project of my training process in public and private spheres, giving you a little taste of what life is like when your life is expressed through the wonderful and powerful art of dancing.   Link to Video: https://vimeo.com/300852995
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