Tabula Rasa: let's begin again modern dance and social activism

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Publication Type thesis
School or College College of Fine Arts
Department Dance, Modern
Author Campbell, Monica
Title Tabula Rasa: let's begin again modern dance and social activism
Date 2009-05-14
Description As a dance artist I have always felt the desire to explore societal issues, yet I never saw how necessary this exploration was to my well-being as an individual. Post- 9/11 America has led me to question my value as an artist and contributor to my society. Can dance really make a difference? Researching how other choreographers, past and present, have tackled social issues in their work gave me great insight into how to contribute to the social dialogue through movement and metaphor. The creation of my own work in response to post-9/11 American society has allowed me to make meaning of this chaotic time and reinforce my belief in the power of dance to promote change in individuals who both witness and experience dance. This may lay the ground work for change in society at large.
Type Text
Publisher University of Utah
Subject Politics in dance; Social issues in dance
Dissertation Institution University of Utah
Dissertation Name MFA
Language eng
Relation is Version of Digital reproduction of "Tabula Rasa: let's begin again modern dance and social activism" J. Willard Marriott Library Special Collections GV8.5 2009 .C34
Rights Management © Monica Campbell
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Source Original: University of Utah J. Willard Marriott Library Special Collections
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