Dancing Motherhood (Routledge Series in Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion in Theatre and Performance)

Synopsis

Dancing Motherhood explores how unique factors about the dance profession impact pregnant women and mothers working in it. Ali Duffy introduces the book by laying a foundation of social and cultural histories and systemic structures and power that shape the issues mothers in dance negotiate today. This book then reveals perspectives from mothers in dance working in areas such as performance, choreography, dance education, administration, and advocacy though survey and interview data. Based on participant responses, recommendations for changes in policy, hiring, evaluation, workplace environment, and other professional and personal practices to better support working mothers in dance are highlighted. Finally, essays from eight working mothers in dance offer intimate, personal stories and guidance geared to mothers, future mothers, policymakers, and colleagues and supervisors of mothers in the dance field. By describing lived experiences and offering suggestions for improved working conditions and advocacy, this book initiates expanded discussion about women in dance and promotes change to positively impact dancing mothers, their employers, and the dance field.

Copyright:

2023

Book Details

Book Quality:

Publisher Quality

Book Size:

224 Pages

ISBN-13:

9781000894998

Related ISBNs:

9780367619282, 9780367619275, 9781003107118

Publisher:

Taylor and Francis

Date of Addition:

05/09/23

Copyrighted By:

selection and editorial matter, Ali Duffy

Adult content:

No

Language:

English

Has Image Descriptions:

No

Categories:

History, Entertainment, Nonfiction, Reference, Art and Architecture, Parenting and Family, Gay, Lesbian, Bisexual and Transgender, Social Studies

Submitted By:

Bookshare Staff

Usage Restrictions:

This is a copyrighted book.