Language of the Axis
eBook - PDF

Language of the Axis

  1. 140 pages
  2. English
  3. PDF
  4. Available on iOS & Android
eBook - PDF

Language of the Axis

About this book

In Language of the Axis Mary Fulkerson (who was head of dance at Dartington for a decade in its heyday) explores the interplay between body awareness and movement. The book is in three parts: In A Look at the Body, Fulkerson offers a foundational understanding of how bones and muscles interact to create balance and movement. She emphasises the importance of body images — concepts that facilitate ease of action by enhancing awareness of one's physical structure. Easy Action offers practical exercises to embody these anatomical principles through specific movements. Each action is meticulously described, allowing readers to engage deeply with their bodies and experience the sensations that arise from proper alignment and movement. Finally, in Seeing a Context, Fulkerson shares her personal experiences, showing how her ideas can be applied in real life. She introduces a new language — one that transcends words and speaks to the sensations experienced within the body. This language fosters a dialogue between thought and action, promoting holistic self-awareness. Overall, the book is not just a guide to physical movement; it is an invitation to cultivate a deeper connection between mind and body.

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Information

Year
2025
eBook ISBN
9781913743963
Edition
2
Subtopic
Dance

Table of contents

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  5. Contents
  6. PART ONE: A LOOK AT THE BODY
  7. LINES IN THE BODY
  8. BRIDGES IN THE BODY
  9. BOWLS IN THE BODY
  10. SPHERES IN THE BODY
  11. BREATH
  12. ACTION FLOWS DOWN THE BACK; UP THE FRONT
  13. UP THE BACK; DOWN THE FACE
  14. UP THE BACK AND DOWN THE FACE COMBINED WITH DOWN THE BACK AND UP THE FRONT
  15. ACTION FLOWS DOWN THE OUTSIDE; UP THE INSIDE
  16. ACTION FLOWS ROUND THE OUTSIDE TO FRONT; THROUGH THE CENTRE TO BODY BACK
  17. PART TWO: EASY ACTION
  18. PART THREE: SEEING A CONTEXT
  19. USING THE IMAGE IN ACTION
  20. GROUP WORKING
  21. SEEING CHANGE
  22. FINDING A QUESTION
  23. CENTRED THINKING
  24. A COMPLEX BODY IMAGE
  25. QUESTIONS FOR DANCERS
  26. Also available from Triarchy Press
  27. About Theatre Papers