What are some important dance theories and philosophies?

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Shivangi Gupta

Professional trainer in Bharatnatyam for 17years

Three broad categories of dance theory, as you may find them described in universities or dance institutes, are philosophy (concerning the aesthetic meanings behind dance, or semiotics), choreology (movement analysis and description), sociology (regarding the role of dance in society and culture).
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