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Dance as a form of artistic education for the community
Dance as a form of artistic education for the community

Author(s): Gabriela Sima
Subject(s): Theatre, Dance, Performing Arts, Music, Sociology of Art, Sociology of Education, History of Art, Pedagogy
Published by: MediaMusica
Keywords: Non-formal education; ballet/dance for children; dance performances with/for children; interference of the arts;

Summary/Abstract: The fact that dance is a universal language, makes it accessible in all corners of the world, regardless of the space or time we find ourselves in. In fact, the advantages of the study of dance are multiple in any of the systems we relate, formally or nonformally, the latter encompassing the freedom of expression, so preferred today in all age categories. Within the Pro Napoca Art and Sport Association, in addition to the usual ballet and dance classes, numerous programs and projects are carried out that have as objective the implementation of the show-exercise, through which children become young artists, are part of the story of the show, play roles, transmit the character's feelings, get acquainted with the notions of music, act according to the instructions of the show coordinator. Since 2008 until now, the association has carried out about 28 projects with young people and children from non-vocational backgrounds, in the form of recitals, productions, performances. We chose as case studies four types of artistic projects, namely: The Voice of the Birds, The Lark, Gala of Champions and Jazzy Christmas, being suggestive in terms of the objectives that were set. Having a different context of development, these activities have generated multiple and diverse benefits to children who practice dance.

  • Issue Year: I/2023
  • Issue No: 1
  • Page Range: 53-66
  • Page Count: 14
  • Language: English
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