Melin Levent Yuna
Tango and the Dancing Body in Istanbul
Tango and the Dancing Body in Istanbul
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Tango and the Dancing Body in Istanbul explores the expansion of the Argentine tango social dancing among Muslim actors in Turkey, pioneered by Istanbul despite the conservative rule of Justice and Development Party (JDP) and Tayyip Erdoğan.
Format: Paperback / softback
Length: 186 pages
Publication date: 31 May 2023
Publisher: Taylor & Francis Ltd
Tango and the Dancing Body in Istanbul delves into the remarkable expansion of social Argentine tango dancing among Muslim actors in Turkey, despite the conservative rule of the Justice and Development Party (JDP) and President Recep Tayyip Erdoğan. In this captivating book, Melin Levent Yuna explores the intriguing question of why a dance that seemingly portrays an erotic relationship manages to thrive and experience a significant surge in the number of contemporary Turkish Muslim tango dancers, particularly during a period of conservative governance. Even amidst the challenges posed by the 2020 Covid-19 pandemic, tango dance classes, gatherings, and messages continued to flourish on platforms such as YouTube, Facebook, Instagram, and Zoom. Urban Turkey serves as a symbol and exemplar of how neoliberal capitalism can coexist harmoniously with conservatism, functioning as a bridge between Europe and the Middle East. This study primarily focuses on the dancers' perspective while also presenting the policies of President Erdoğan. It delves into the social backgrounds, meanings attributed to their bodies and dance, as well as what this captivating dance signifies about them, beyond the policies of the Justice and Development Party. The book approaches the tango dance and its dancing body through the lens of layered meaning systems, considering the neoliberal and conservative contexts in which it thrives.
This study holds immense appeal to students and scholars engaged in the fields of dance, anthropology, cultural studies, and performance studies. Its insights shed light on the complex dynamics between cultural expression, social norms, and political ideologies, offering valuable perspectives on the evolving landscape of dance and society.
Weight: 453g
Dimension: 234 x 156 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9781032011349
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