{"product_id":"rethinking-dance-history-9781138682900","title":"Rethinking Dance History","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"book-description\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe need to ‘rethink’ and question the nature of dance history has not diminished since the first edition of \u003ci\u003eRethinking Dance History\u003c\/i\u003e. This revised second edition addresses the needs of an ever-evolving field, with new contributions considering the role of digital media in dance practice, the expansion of performance philosophy, and the increasing importance of practice-as-research.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eA two-part structure divides the book’s contributions into:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhy Dance History?\u003c\/strong\u003e – The ideas, issues, and key conversations that underpin any study of the history of theatrical dance.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eResearching and Writing\u003c\/strong\u003e – Discussions of the methodologies and approaches behind any successful research in this area.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eEveryone involved with dance creates and carries with them a history, and this volume explores the ways in which these histories might be used in performance-making—from memories which establish identity to re-invention or preservation through shared and personal heritages. Considering the potential significance of studying dance history for scholars, philosophers, choreographers, dancers, and students alike, \u003ci\u003eRethinking Dance History\u003c\/i\u003e is an essential starting point for anyone intrigued by the rich history and many directions of dance.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Taylor \u0026 Francis","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":47607507779820,"sku":"9781138682900","price":376.0,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0705\/7784\/8556\/files\/9781138682900-rethinking-dance-history.jpg?v=1778169030","url":"https:\/\/bookhero.co.nz\/products\/rethinking-dance-history-9781138682900","provider":"Book Hero","version":"1.0","type":"link"}