Jeanette Mollenhauer
Cultural Dance in Australia: Essays on performance contexts beyond the Pale
Cultural Dance in Australia: Essays on performance contexts beyond the Pale
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This book explores the preservation of traditional dance customs in the Australian diaspora through aesthetics, post-colonialism, multiculturalism, and transnationalism. It offers a comprehensive analysis of cultural dance in Australia, covering topics such as adaptation, multicultural festivals, prominent performers, historiographies, and archives. It advocates for a decolonized appraisal of dance and highlights the diverse nature of the Australian dance landscape.
Format: Hardback
Length: 284 pages
Publication date: 29 November 2022
Publisher: Springer Verlag, Singapore
The book delves into the intricate tapestry of perpetuating traditional dance customs within the diverse diasporic communities, drawing upon a rich array of theories such as aesthetics, post-colonialism, multiculturalism, and transnationalism. It stands as a pioneering effort, offering a comprehensive analysis of cultural dance in Australia, a domain that has hitherto remained relatively unexplored. The book explores a wide range of topics, including the adaptation of dance traditions within the context of post-migration, the vibrant celebration of multicultural festivals, the emergence of prominent performers, the significance of historiographies and archives, and the comparative positioning of cultural and Western theatrical dance genres. Through a decolonized lens, the book critically examines past practices and offers insightful recommendations for the future, advocating for greater recognition of amateur community dance practices within the Australian dance landscape.
In conclusion, Cultural Dance in Australia serves as a valuable resource for scholars, researchers, and enthusiasts alike, shedding light on the diverse and dynamic nature of cultural dance in Australia. It underscores the importance of preserving and celebrating these traditions while also advocating for greater inclusivity and recognition within the broader dance community.
Weight: 524g
Dimension: 218 x 157 x 23 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9789811958991
Edition number: 1st ed. 2022
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