Wars in this century are radically different from the major conflicts of the 20th century--more amorphous; asymmetrical; globally connected; and unending. Choreographies of 21st Century Wars is the first book to analyze the interface between choreography and wars in this century; a pertinent inquiry since choreography has long been linked to war and military training. The book draws on recent political theory that posits shifts in the kinds of wars occurring since the First and Second World Wars and the Cold War; all of which were wars between major world powers. Given the dominance of todays more indeterminate; asymmetrical; less decisive wars; we ask if choreography; as an organizing structure and knowledge system; might not also need revision in order to reflect on; and intercede in; a globalized world of continuous warfare. In an introduction and sixteen chapters; authors from a number of disciplines investigate how choreography and war in this century impinge on each other. Choreographers write of how they have related to contemporary war in specific works; while other contributors investigate the interconnections between war and choreography through theatrical works; dances; military rituals and drills; the choreography of video war games and television shows. Issues investigated include torture and terror; the status of war refugees; concerns surrounding fighting and peacekeeping soldiers; national identity tied to military training; and more. The anthology is of interest to scholars in dance; performance; theater; and cultural studies; as well as the social sciences.
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3 of 3 people found the following review helpful. A double-barreled victoryBy hm101As a classical music enthusiast for most of my life; I confess I never gave much thought to what a musician endures to earn a seat in a preeminent orchestra. After reading Patti Niemis "confessional;" I will be thinking about those precarious and rigorous steps every time I take my seat for a concert in Eastman Theatre! Niemi not only takes us behind the scenes in the life of an aspiring musician; she gets us to feel her struggles and doubts. Stcking It Out is insightful and entertaining; a double-barreled victory. I cant wait to read more from this author!1 of 1 people found the following review helpful. The author takes on some touchy subjects like dependence on anxiety-controlling medication and her uninformed response to ...By R. Gregory CapaldiniThis is necessary reading for anyone interested in how classical musicians get themselves established professionally; in this case; as an orchestral percussionist. The author takes on some touchy subjects like dependence on anxiety-controlling medication and her uninformed response to inappropriate romantic attention from a teacher. At times it reads like a whiny criticism of her conservatorys shortcomings; with the obligatory side dish of why-I-hate-and-love NYC. The writing is clear and admirably free of musician-speak; impeccably edited. A friend described this as a minus-the-sluttiness alternative to "Mozart in the Jungle;" the basis for the TV show of the same name and a book with equal numbers of laudatory and scathing reviews. Niemis approach is partly confessional but admirably un-lurid; and it benefits from the wisdom of hindsight; notably in her attitude towards competition for jobs that seem more prestigious.2 of 2 people found the following review helpful. This is a reality based book all students should read.By Tony SteveMs. Neimi wins this job as well.An accurate description of the business.Orchestra jobs are hard to win and hard to keep.I read this book in one sitting; it is good idea to swallow this pill whole; and take seriously her tale.Great book.
