50-2170HN Anthropology of Performance: Honors

Performance in the arts, performance of ritual, and performance in everyday life are considered in several cultures of the world, with an emphasis on liminality, values, customs and taboos. Anthropological study of human behavior leads to understanding actions from the point of view and cultural contexts of the actors, using ethnographic method to interpret significance and meaning in the conduct of people’s lives. Organized as a seminar, the course includes study of texts, film, theatre and music from cultures in Asia, Europe, Africa and the Americas. This is an Honors class. In addition to other possible pre-requisites, students need a minimum G.P.A. of 3.50 or higher to enroll.

3 Credits
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Requirements 3.5 or Higher GPA and >= 15 earned credits