DANC 179 - Dance History

    Recent Professors
    acartagena@riohondo.edu, rlopez@riohondo.edu
    Recent Semesters
    Fall 2026, Summer 2026, Spring 2026, Fall 2025, Summer 2025
    Class Size
    20–45 students
    Credits
    3
    Fall 2026 Sections
    View Fall 2026 sections of DANC 179
    Transfers To
    UC and CSUCal-GETC Area 3A · IGETC Area 3A · CSU GE Area C1
    Description
    This survey course investigates the forces which and figures who have shaped dance through history. Through readings, films, research, and class discussions, students study dance forms from ancient to contemporary times, paying particular attention to Western concert dance. Comparisons of various dance techniques, theories, and personalities are conducted through dance movement analysis. This course is designed for students seeking to broaden their understanding of dance while fulfilling their general education arts requirement, and for dance majors pursuing an Associate of Arts Degree in Dance or Certificate of Achievement in Dance.
    Usually Held
    Mon Wed 8:00am–9:25am, Mon Wed 11:10am–12:35pm