Dancing Communities Performance, Difference and Connection in the Global City
Dancing Communities Performance, Difference and Connection in the Global City by J. Hamera, published by Palgrave Macmillan UK in November 2006, explores the role of dance in shaping civic culture and fostering connections among diverse individuals. This edition spans 257 pages and is presented in English. The book examines how both amateur and concert dance serve as a medium for public performance and cultural expression, highlighting their significance in creating community ties.
Readers will find an analysis of how dance functions as a vernacular that connects people from varied backgrounds, emphasizing the potential of performance to teach collaborative living and working. The work delves into themes related to performing arts, sociology, and gender studies, offering insights into the intersection of dance and social dynamics. Through its exploration of these topics, the book provides a framework for understanding the impact of dance on community building in a global context.
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Dancers create ‘civic culture’ as performances for public consumption, but also as vernaculars connecting individuals who may have little in common. Examining performance and the construction of culturally diverse communities the book suggests that amateur and concert dance can teach us how to live and work productively together.
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