Degree Name
Master of Arts
Document Type
Thesis
Date Created
12-1-2019
Department
College of Performing and Visual Arts, Theatre Arts and Dance, Theatre Arts and Dance Student Work
Abstract
The goal of this study was to evaluate the advantages and disadvantages of in-studio and site-specific choreographic experiences with the desired result to discoverhow choreographers created, danced, and perceived this work. The research was conducted in a rural area and due to the vast and open terrain, there were incredible opportunities for site-specific work, providing artists with great advantages for inspiration. In a low-populated state with little access to urban art, generating site-specific dance occurrences was vital for both seeing and experiencing dance. The aim of this research was to determine whether in-studio or site-specific choreography provides more inspiration to the dancer and to discover if each type of work is either beneficial or not beneficial for students to experience.
Keywords
dance; site-specific; in-studio; choreography; dancers; research; inside; outside; improvisation; teachers
Rights Statement
Copyright is held by the author.
Recommended Citation
Kath, Taylor, "The Power of Environment as a Tool for Inspiration: Engaging Students Through In-Studio Vs Site-Specific Choreography" (2019). Master's Theses. 124.
https://digscholarship.unco.edu/theses/124