The Dancer's Handbook: A Practical Guide to Reimagining Dance, Body, and Society by OFEN Co-Arts (1) (Routledge Advances in Theatre & Performance Studies)

By: Gala Moody and Michael Carter

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Synopsis: The Dancer’s Handbook offers a holistic exploration of the dance industry's challenges, authored by dancers intimately familiar with its complexities.This comprehensive resource tackles themes like power dynamics, hierarchical structures, and the pervasive influences of capitalism, patriarchy, and white supremacy as the “status quo” in the arts. This book delves into dismantling the status quo, examining its manifestations in the body and mind of dancers, and advocates for wellbeing and self-worth in the workplace as the way of change. Psychological aspects, coping mechanisms, and the importance of rest are addressed alongside discussions on ethical engagement, consent, and the democratisation of workplace behaviour through co-authored principles of practice. The final chapters empower dancers to find their voice, offering structured communication strategies to confront transgressive behaviours and foster accountability.With insights from years of reimagining working conditions, this book serves as a beacon for positive change, urging dancers and dance-related professionals to challenge norms, prioritise wellbeing, and speak up to power.

Book Quality:: Publisher Quality
Book Size:: 240 Pages
ISBN-13:: 9781040297452
Related ISBNs:: 9781003481119, 9781032770727, 9781040297414, 9781032770741
Publisher:: Taylor & Francis
Date of Addition:: 02/13/25
Copyrighted By:: Gala Moody and Michael Carter
Adult content:: No
Language:: English
Has Image Descriptions:: No
Categories:: History, Entertainment, Nonfiction, Reference, Art and Architecture
Submitted By:: Bookshare Staff
Usage Restrictions:: This is a copyrighted book.