Katherine Dunham: Movement and Legacy

What was Katherine Dunham's academic background?

• Sociology

• Anthropology

• Psychology

• History

Which dance styles did Katherine Dunham famously merge?

• Tap and Contemporary

• Ballet and African/Caribbean

• Hip Hop and Salsa

• Ballet and Jazz

What was the focus of Dunham's travels to the Caribbean?

• Exploring dance and cultural heritage

• Studying local cuisine

• Learning new languages

• Researching economic systems

What was the significance of the Shango rituals in Dunham's work?

• They were a new dance style

• They were a form of cultural resistance

• They were purely entertainment

• They were a religious conversion

How did Dunham respond to racial discrimination in Brazil?

• By ignoring it

• By changing her dance company

• By publicizing the injustice

• By leaving the country

What was the purpose of Dunham's program for gang members?

• To teach them ballet

• To provide them with jobs

• To channel anger into cultural practice

• To relocate them to another city

What was the theme of Dunham's ballet 'Americana'?

• The rise of modern dance

• Lynching in the Southern States

• The history of jazz

• The beauty of nature

What is a modern example of Dunham's legacy?

• Notting Hill Carnival

• Street art festivals

• Broadway musicals

• Classical ballet performances

What is a key focus of Dunham's dance technique?

• Isolation of body parts

• Speed and agility

• Flexibility and balance

• Strength and endurance

How does the Notting Hill Carnival reflect Dunham's influence?

• By focusing on modern pop music

• As a celebration of cultural continuity and resistance

• By showcasing traditional European dances

• Through its culinary offerings