Autumn Term 2024 - Chinese Charm Classical Dance

Course Description

This is a 10-week course in Charm Classical Chinese Dance which has a unique identity and style, with refined and sophisticated characteristics.

This course is suitable for beginners and advanced practitioners alike.

Chinese classical dance has a unique identity and style, with refined and sophisticated characteristics.

Contemporary Chinese Charm Classical Dance is a rebirth of ancient Chinese dance. It absorbs Chinese operas such as Beijing opera and Chinese Martial Arts such as Taichi and kungfu. In addition it learned the training system of classical Ballet. It is actually a hybrid movement art form with traditional Chinese aesthetics.

Chinese classical dance is a creative expression and embodiment of Chinese culture and is a part of the heritage that has been passed down through the long history of China. Chinese classical dance includes movements and postures from other artistic forms such as Chinese folk dance, traditional Chinese opera and martial arts. Focusing on the breath, it is displayed with finesse and elegance, embodying the beauty of the body in motion, and the controlled expression of strength and power.

Why Study this Course?

Knowledge of the basic background behind classical dance.

Knowledge of the basics relating to the dance (ie stance, posture, breathing).

Knowledge of warm-up exercises/techniques related to similar styles of dance.

Knowledge of certain repertoires/movements that can be practised.

We offer Goldsmiths staff, students, alumni, local Lewisham residents, over 65s and those in receipt of income support a 15% discount. To receive the discount code, you need to provide proof to [email protected] before we can send you the discount code.

Term Dates and Location

17:30 - 19:00, Tuesday, 1 October 2024 - Tuesday 10 December 2024; RHB 253, Goldsmiths, University of London

Please note no classes during reading week (week beginning 4 November)

DISCLAIMER - If you are undertaking an in-person course please note that we may need to move the course online due to any unforeseen circumstances. Please note no refunds are issued for moving courses online.

Teacher

Lu Lyu is a dance teacher with a rich body of experience in teaching. She majored in danceology and graduated from the Chinese National Academy of Arts. She is an undergraduate dance teacher with the department, seconded from Qiong Tai Normal University in Hainan. Her research areas include dance history and dance criticism.

Event Venue & Nearby Stays

Goldsmiths, University of London, 8 Lewisham Way, London, United Kingdom