Spring 2018 - CA 227 E100

History of Dance: From the 20th Century to the Present (3)

Class Number: 12794

Delivery Method: In Person

Overview

  • Course Times + Location:

    Jan 3 – Apr 10, 2018: Tue, 5:30–7:20 p.m.
    GOLDCORP

  • Prerequisites:

    12 credits.

Description

CALENDAR DESCRIPTION:

Study of the development of modern dance and the reformation of the ballet from the beginning of the 20th century to the present. Emphasis will be placed on seminal dance artists and the impact their work has had upon the art form in western theatre dance. This course may be of particular interest to a range of students in departments across the University. Students with credit for FPA 227 may not take this course for further credit. Breadth-Humanities/Social Sciences.

COURSE DETAILS:

This course contextualizes various histories of modern, classical, and contemporary dance styles through the work and influence of significant dance artists from the beginning of the twentieth century to the present. A selection of artists who have been at the forefront of innovation and change will be considered thematically and within their socio-political, cultural and historical contexts, in order to form a coherent link with current practices. No experience of dance is required. However, a desire to understand and embrace the complex histories within the discipline is absolutely necessary.

Grading

  • Attendance, Participation and Quality of Contribution (Lecture & Tutorial*) 15%
  • Short Written Assignments/Quizzes 30%
  • Contextual Performance Response 10%
  • Group Research Presentation 20%
  • Final Research Paper 25%

NOTES:

(Students are expected to participate in discussions about the thematic issues presented in the lectures and video showings. This participatory component will contribute to the final grade.)

*Attendance is REQUIRED at all lectures & tutorials.

Strongly recommended: There are a number of dance events and festivals all over town that students should avail themselves of. Starting with those at venues in our own building http://www.sfu.ca/sfuwoodwards.html; http://www.sfu.ca/sca/.

Other useful sites are:

Dance House http:// dancehouse.ca/
Vancouver International Dance Festival http://vidf.ca
PuSh Festival http://pushfestival.ca/
BC Dance Calendar http://www.thedancecentre.ca/calendar
The Dance Current: http://www.thedancecurrent.com
Firehall Arts Centre http://firehallartscentre.ca
Chutzpah Festival http://chutzpahfestival.com/  

Academic Integrity: The University takes the issue of academic integrity very seriously. Students should acquaint themselves with the policy below in case they are unaware of what this means http://www.sfu.ca/policies/gazette/student/s10-01.html. The current academic integrity contact person for the SCA is Dr Henry Daniel hdaniel@sfu.ca

Important Dates  
Jan. 3:             University Opens
Feb. 12:           Family Day
Feb. 13-18:      Reading Week
Feb. 23:           NO TUTORIAL, PERFORMANCE: ATTEND TDT at DANCEHOUSE
Mar. 30:           Good Friday – University Closed, no classes, NO TUTORIAL
Apr. 2:             Easter Monday – University Closed, no classes
Apr. 10:           Last day of class, FINAL LECTURE, FINAL ESSAYS DUE

Course Modules

Week 1: Course Introduction Tutorial: Jan. 5  
Week 2: History & Histrionics Lecture: Jan. 9 Tutorial: Jan.12  
Week 3: Chronologies, Genealogies, Narratives & Counter-Narratives Lecture Jan. 16 Tutorial: Jan. 19  
Week 4: Indigeneity & Cultural Pluralism Lecture: Jan. 23 Tutorial: Jan. 26  
Week 5: Women Lecture: Jan. 30 Tutorial: Feb. 2  
Week 6: Place & Nation Lecture: Feb. 6 Tutorial: Feb. 9 QUIZ   READING WEEK
Week 7: Migrations Lecture: Feb. 20 Tutorial: NO TUTORIAL Feb. 23, ATTEND TDT PERFORMANCE: DANCEHOUSE 8pm  
Week 8: Rights & Revolutions Lecture: Feb. 27 Tutorial: Mar. 2  
Week 9: Labour & Professionalization Lecture: Mar. 6 Tutorial: Mar. 9  
Week 10: Technology & Media Lecture: Mar. 13 Tutorial: Mar. 16  
Week 11: Community & Communitas Lecture: Mar. 20 Tutorial: Mar. 23  
Week 12: Power & Discipline Lecture: Mar. 27 Tutorial: NO TUTORIAL, GOOD FRIDAY  
Week 13: Her Story, Their Story, Your Story, Our Story Lecture: Apr. 3 Tutorial: Apr. 6 QUIZ  
Week 14: Course Summation and Reflection Lecture: Apr. 10 *FINAL RESEARCH PAPER DUE      

This schedule is subject to change!

Materials

REQUIRED READING:

Required text: FPA 227 Custom courseware (SFU Vancouver Bookstore, Harbour Centre)
  

Required readings: Absolutely must be done before the lectures  

Additional readings/viewings: as needed

Registrar Notes:

SFU’s Academic Integrity web site http://students.sfu.ca/academicintegrity.html is filled with information on what is meant by academic dishonesty, where you can find resources to help with your studies and the consequences of cheating.  Check out the site for more information and videos that help explain the issues in plain English.

Each student is responsible for his or her conduct as it affects the University community.  Academic dishonesty, in whatever form, is ultimately destructive of the values of the University. Furthermore, it is unfair and discouraging to the majority of students who pursue their studies honestly. Scholarly integrity is required of all members of the University. http://www.sfu.ca/policies/gazette/student/s10-01.html

ACADEMIC INTEGRITY: YOUR WORK, YOUR SUCCESS