Dance GEMS - Episode: Form, Shape, Design

Welcome back to another enlightening episode of Dance GEMS! In this episode, hosts Ton and Jean dive into dance's fascinating world of form, shape, and design. Together, they unravel the complexities and subtle nuances these three integral components bring to the art of dance.

• Origins and Definitions:

  • Jean and Ton discuss the etymological roots of the words form, shape, and design, tracing back to Latin, Old German, and Old French origins.

• Form vs. Shape:

  • Detailed examination of the significant differences between form and shape, as Ton shares his perspective on why form may be a more comprehensive term when teaching and understanding dance dynamics.

• Design in Dance:

  • Exploration of how design encompasses both form and shape, along with dynamic and expressive elements in dance.

• Artistic Implications:

  • Insightful discussion on how treating form and function influences the creative and practical aspects of dance.

• Historical Context:

  • The evolution and usage of the terms in both dance and broader art forms.

• Practical Application:

  • Ballroom and Latin dance examples show how these distinctions are utilized in teaching and choreography.

• Conceptual Framework:

  • The Bauhaus influence on form and function and how it parallels concepts in dance.

• Is it function before form or form before function? How does this influence the art of dance?

• What makes design a more encompassing term than form and shape?

Join Jean and Ton in this thought-provoking episode as they venture into the depths of dance terminology and its practical applications. Whether you are a seasoned dancer, choreographer, or someone keen on the art, this episode promises to enrich your understanding and appreciation of dance.

Stay tuned, and keep dancing! 🩰💃🕺