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2008-2009 University Catalog 
    
2008-2009 University Catalog [Archived Catalogue]

LAAH 931 - History and Aesthetics of 20th Century Performance Art


This course traces the evolution of Performance Art including its roots in Futurism, Constructivism, the Bauhaus, Dada, Surrealism, Fluxus movement, parallel movements in Japanese Butoh dance, European Figuren theater, developments of media in performance, autobiographical performance, and spectacle. Video slides are shown to portray the visual impact of the genre. Formerly HU 256

Prerequisites & Notes
Prerequisite: LACR 102

Credits: 3 cr, 3 hrs