Physics and Dance

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By Emily Coates and Sarah Demers

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Physics and Dance explores the world through the unique perspectives of a physicist and a dancer. Emily Coates, a former New York City Ballet member, and Sarah Demers, a CERN particle physicist, guide readers through fundamentals of motion, energy, space, and time as understood in both physics and dance. This accessible introduction bridges art and science, offering insights from Newtonian mechanics to quantum physics, alongside classical and contemporary dance. Featuring problems and choreographic exercises, it appeals to readers curious about how these disciplines connect.
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This book is ideal for readers interested in science or dance who seek an engaging, accessible introduction to both. Suitable for students, educators, and curious individuals with no prior background in physics or dance, it invites exploration of how art and science enrich each other.

Includes physics problems and choreographic studies at the end of the book.

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Physics and Dance offers a fascinating exploration of our reality through the eyes of a physicist and a dancer—and serves as an engaging introduction to both disciplines.

From stepping out of our beds each morning to admiring the stars at night, we live in a world of motion, energy, space, and time. How do we understand the phenomena that shape our experience? How do we make sense of our physical realities?

Two guides—a former member of New York City Ballet, Emily Coates, and a CERN particle physicist, Sarah Demers—show us how their respective disciplines can help us to understand both the quotidian and the deepest questions about the universe. Requiring no previous knowledge of dance or physics, this introduction covers the fundamentals while revealing how a dialogue between art and science can enrich our appreciation of both.

Readers will come away with a broad cultural knowledge of Newtonian to quantum mechanics and classical to contemporary dance. Including problem sets and choreographic exercises to solidify understanding, this book will be of interest to anyone curious about physics or dance.

Book Hero Magic summarised reviews for this book. While it's new and still learning, it may not be perfect - your feedback is welcome! HOW HAS THIS BEEN REVIEWED?

Nature called it “a unique study.” Neil deGrasse Tyson praised how it changes perceptions of dance and physics alike. Twyla Tharp noted its appeal to dancers, scientists, and the public eager to explore the interplay of the two fields. Daniel Whiteson highlighted its graceful blend of physics depth with dance details. The New York Times remarked on the authors’ equal regard for both disciplines, collapsing traditional hierarchies. The book combines challenging and rewarding exercises that illuminate the connection between physical science and artistic movement.

Book Details

INFORMATION

ISBN: 9780300248371

Publisher: Yale University Press

Format: Paperback / softback

Date Published: 12 November 2019

Country: United States

Imprint: Yale University Press

Illustration: 62 b-w illus.

Audience: General / adult, Tertiary education

DIMENSIONS

Width: 156.0mm

Height: 235.0mm

Weight: 250g

Pages: 192

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Arts & Culture Education & Reference Emily Coates Non-Fiction Sarah Demers Science & Nature

About the Author

Emily Coates is associate professor in the theater studies program at Yale University, where she created the dance studies curriculum. Sarah Demers is Horace D. Taft Associate Professor of Physics at Yale University. Their work has been featured in the World Science Festival and covered in the New York Times and the New Yorker.