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Anthropology of the Circus (ATH 402)
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ATH 402: Anthropology of the Circus
Offered:
Fall 2003
Dr. Ronald Spielbauer
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Course Objectives:
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Study the development of the American circus from its European origins to its modern form.
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Analyze the American circus as a modern nomadic subculture specializing in the performing arts.
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Apply anthropological perspectives in an examination of circus specialities: The acts, the artists, the animals, the clowns...
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Examine the circus in American myth, etc., fact, and fancy, that is, as a part of american culture.
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Bring on the Clowns: Goofy Guys and Gals with Gags & Giggles
Students design their own clown faces
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