The emotional impact of the dance on the audience

The technical aspects of the dance, such as technique and form

The narrative or story being told through the dance

The cultural context in which the dance is performed

The use of abstract or non-representational movements

The use of everyday movements or gestures

The use of traditional or folk dance movements

The use of props or costumes to tell a story

Movement is used to express emotions and ideas

Movement is used to create a sense of beauty and harmony

Movement is used to tell a story or narrative

Movement is used to explore the physical and spatial possibilities of the body

Ballet

Modern dance

Jazz dance

Hip-hop dance

Formalism emphasizes the technical aspects of dance, while other approaches emphasize the emotional or narrative content.

Formalism emphasizes the use of abstract or non-representational movements, while other approaches use everyday movements or gestures.

Formalism emphasizes the relationship between movement and music, while other approaches emphasize the relationship between movement and space.

Formalism emphasizes the importance of the dancer's individual expression, while other approaches emphasize the importance of the collective expression of the group.

It can help dancers to develop their technical skills and improve their performance.

It can help dancers to understand the history and development of dance.

It can help dancers to appreciate the beauty and artistry of dance.

All of the above

By using similar or related movements throughout the dance

By using a consistent rhythm or tempo throughout the dance

By using a consistent spatial arrangement of the dancers

All of the above

It can be difficult to create movements that are both technically challenging and aesthetically pleasing.

It can be difficult to create a dance that is both abstract and emotionally engaging.

It can be difficult to create a dance that is both innovative and respectful of tradition.

All of the above

It has led to a greater emphasis on technical virtuosity.

It has led to a greater use of abstract and non-representational movements.

It has led to a greater focus on the relationship between movement and space.

All of the above

George Balanchine

Merce Cunningham

Martha Graham

All of the above

Formalism in dance shares a common emphasis on technical precision and aesthetic beauty with music and painting.

Formalism in dance shares a common use of abstract and non-representational elements with music and painting.

Formalism in dance shares a common focus on the relationship between form and content with music and painting.

All of the above

Formalism will continue to be a major force in dance, as it provides a solid foundation for technical training and artistic expression.

Formalism will decline in popularity, as audiences become more interested in dance that is more emotionally engaging and accessible.

Formalism will evolve and adapt to new trends in dance, such as the use of technology and the integration of different dance styles.

It is difficult to predict the future of formalism in dance, as it is constantly evolving and changing.

It can be seen as too rigid and restrictive, limiting the dancer's ability to express themselves freely.

It can be seen as too focused on technical virtuosity, at the expense of emotional expression and storytelling.

It can be seen as too elitist, appealing only to a small group of people who are already familiar with dance.

All of the above

By using movements that symbolize or represent social or political issues.

By using dance to tell stories about social or political issues.

By using dance to create a sense of community and solidarity among people who are affected by social or political issues.

All of the above

By using symmetrical and balanced movements.

By using flowing and graceful movements.

By using contrasting movements.

All of the above