Routledge East Meets West in Dance - Cross-Cultural Dialogue Book

East Meets West in Dance chronicles the development of cross-cultural dance exchange through articles by leading exponents in the field. This collection provides theoretical discussion of the promises and pitfalls of transplanting art forms between cultures, offering practical guidance for those participating in dance exchange initiatives. The book explains the general history of dance exchange to date whilst identifying differences unique to specific cultures, including the development of theatrical forms, arts education, and the status of artists within different traditions. Part of the Choreography and Dance Studies Series published by Routledge, this comprehensive resource bridges Eastern and Western dance practices, providing both scholarly insight and practical frameworks for understanding how diverse dance traditions interact, influence one another, and maintain their cultural identity in a globalised world.