Discussion Post
Question I: Gender Roles in Ballet
Discuss the relative position of the sexes in ballet before and after Marie Taglioni's starring position at the Paris Opera Ballet. Be sure to include who the important male figures were in ballet and how things changed over the course of time.
Question II: Hip Hop History
How was hip hop introduced to the visual art community in New York & what affect did it have on hip hop dance at large? (1970s Bronx)
Question III: Technique vs. Expression
Describe your preference in relation to the talents of Marie Camargo and Marie Salle'. Be sure to include WHAT the talents were for each of these dancers. If you were to go to a performance today which would you prefer? Lastly, how has dance developed since the time of Camargo and Salle' and where do you see Ballet heading?
Question IV: Hip Hop History
Give three examples of how hip hop dance and culture became exploited in American culture. Number them 1. 2. and 3.
The response must include a reference list. Using Times New Roman 12 pnt font, double-space, one-inch margins, and APA style of writing and citations.