This study aims to critically approach the immersive element in William Forsythe's Heterotopia.. The research method uses a variety of data, including a direct viewing of the performance and criticism presentations, to overcome the limitations of literature research. The research discusses how Richard Schechner's environmental concept influenced early immersive performances in the postmodern period, while highlighting how Jacques Ranciere's concept of eliminating differences between the stage and the auditorium contributed to the full-scale spread and development of immersive performances. Based on this, space dismantling and installation, sound installation, movement away from traditional techniques, and active and subjective gaze of the audience are discussed as immersive elements in William Forsythe's Heterotopia. This study will provide important analytical data to the dance scene of Korea, where the production of dance works utilizing immersive elements has been increasing recently.

Marion Meyer’s Pina Bausch: Tanz kann fast alles sein resonates deeply from its title alone. “Unending gesture” implies that while Bausch is no longer with us, her artistic spirit lives on and continues to inspire future generations. Written by journalist Marion Meyer and translated by Joonseo Lee, the book is divided into nineteen chapters that chronologically follow Bausch’s artistic journey. It highlights not only her most renowned works but also lesser-known pieces, offering insight into their creative processes and behind-the-scenes stories. Photos from rehearsals and performances, as well as images with fellow artists, enrich the narrative. The book unfolds from three key perspectives: Bausch’s childhood and student life in New York; her creative work in Wuppertal and abroad; and the continuation of her legacy after her death. It also includes interviews with Bausch and her dancers, who speak of her not just as a director but as a companion in artistic exploration. These testimonies reveal how her presence lived vividly in the people she worked with. Ultimately, Pina Bausch: Tanz kann fast alles sein is not just a biography, but a testament to how Pina Bausch’s art continues to move within the bodies and memories of those she touched.

This study aims to analyze the characteristics of domestic and international dance performances utilizing VR technology, focusing on immersion and interactivity, and to explore their future potential. To achieve this, five works showcasing prominent collaborative features of VR-based dance performances implemented between 2016 and 2023 were selected for case analysis. The production processes and interviews were thoroughly examined to specify the developmental potential and limitations of VR dance performances. The findings are study highlights the collaboration between VR technology and dance performances as a means to create new artistic forms that enhance immersion and interactivity. It is expected to contribute to the development of specific methodologies that expand the expressive potential of the body and actively engage the audience.

Dance majors' dance emotional expressiveness is based on their body-emotion integration, which impacts their level of performance engagement. Through training to improve the expression of dance emotions, dance majors learn to identify and express their feelings. In this study, 507 Chinese majors in contemporary dance were asked to evaluate the relationship between dance emotional expressiveness and performance participation using emotional intelligence. The findings demonstrated a substantial relationship between dance emotional expressiveness and emotional intelligence, as well as a significant relationship between emotional intelligence and performance engagement. Furthermore, it was discovered that the relationship between dancers' emotional expressiveness and performance involvement was mediated by emotional intelligence. This study is important because it sheds light on the relationship between Chinese contemporary dance majors' performance engagement, emotional expressiveness, and emotional intelligence. This information will help develop better teaching strategies and curricula.

This study discusses the early modern dance formation in Busan during the liberation period 1945-1950. The study discusses its historical significance and aesthetic value from a contemporary perspective. For this study, a literature review on previous research and newspaper articles was used as a research method in order to examine modern dancers’ works and their educational activities during the liberation period. Modern dances in Busan that supported a new way of creating stage performances were influenced by western cultures and “New Dance.” During the liberation period, modern dancers in Busan expressed national identity and individuality through dance while promoting dance education as the human experience. Park Yongho and Park Yirang held dance concerts to show their own creative dance pieces, which were different from previous dance performances displayed in Busan. The liberation period was important for dance history in Busan as it was the beginning of establishing modern dance in that area. Also, modern dances during that time were historically significant as they fostered nationalism and suggested a new dance aesthetic. Modern dance in Busan during the liberation period set a foundation for modern dance activities that focused on creativity and education after the Korean War.

This study aims to improve the Performing Arts Archive Platform 'Byeolbyeol Stage' operated by The National Theater of Korea Museum of Performing Arts into an archive web service that reflects the characteristics of performing arts. To this end, I examined the current status of the museum's archives and accumulated information resources and derived the problems of 'Byeolbyeol Stage'. To improve the website, the digital curation strategy derived from the literature study was applied to 'Byeolbyeol Stage' and a relationship visualization and record linkage service plan was devised to suit the characteristics of performing arts. The proposal was made in consideration of the flexibility and ease of use of users who use various archival web services centered on performing arts.

The purpose of this study is to investigate and reflect on the pro-Japanese activities of Choe Seunghui, also known as Sai Shoki (1911-1969) during the Japanese colonial period. I reviewed literature including the Dictionary of Pro-Japanese Figures and documents from the Investigation Committee on Pro-Japanese Collaborators, as well as newspaper articles. Choe Seunghui's pro-Japanese activities from 1937 to 1944 included: first, donating large sums of money to national defense funds and pro-Japanese organizations; second, performing numerous consolation shows for the Imperial Japanese Army; and third, receiving the National Cultural Award for her pro-Japanese work Muhon. Immediately after liberation, Choe exhibited a process of denial, acknowledgment, atonement, and justification regarding her pro-Japanese actions. The study discusses her own stance on her pro-Japanese activities, the positions of South and North Korea, and the perspectives of the South Korean dance community after the lifting of restrictions on her works, highlighting the gap between 'facts' and 'acknowledgment.' In conclusion, the study emphasizes the importance of remembering both Choe Seunghui's pro-Japanese misconduct and her contributions to dance. As Hannah Arendt insightfully noted, the phenomenon of 'thoughtlessness' leading to immense evil can occur not only in past instances like Nazism or pro-Japanese collaboration but also in contemporary contexts. This study aims to assist the dance community in existing as reflective individuals, aware of these historical lessons.

This study aims to reassess the distinctiveness and competitiveness of the Jeonju Daesaseup Festival, a traditional Korean music competition, and explore the utility of its various contents. To achieve this, the research analyzes the Daesaseup Festival evaluation sheets and observations of the competition and performance venues. The results of the study are as follows: Firstly, it is necessary to introduce differentiated competition categories and performances, as well as seminars for storytelling, folk music, dance, archery, and poetry, which are integral parts of the Daesaseup Festival. Secondly, historical sites such as Unhyeongung Palace, Jeolla Gamyeong, and Hanok Village can be transformed into tourist and cultural zones by integrating them with the competition and performances. Thirdly, the system of citizen judges should be adjusted to reflect a fair balance of gender and region. Reevaluation and careful management of the selection and operation of judges are necessary to ensure the fairness of the competition, and expansion of meticulous post-appointment management programs is also required. This study places significance on the historical aspect of the Jeonju Daesaseup Festival and its distinctiveness compared to other traditional art competitions.

The Jeonju Daesaseumnori National Competition has a history of more than 300 years that originated from ‘Jeonju Tongincheong,’a contest established during the late Joseon dynasty. Despite the competition’s long history and tradition, it remains under-researched. Therefore, this study analyzes “Jeonju Daesaseup Dyeon”, one of the planned performances of the Jeonju Daesaseumnori Preservation Association. Based on the performance report of “Jeonju Daesaseup Dyeon,” the problems with this performance were identified and a revitalization plan was developed as follows. First, since the proportion of duplicate performers during the four-year performance accounts for more than 50%, opportunities for new winners to participate should be expanded. Second, since there are many fragmentary promotional activities, strategic promotional marketing and customer management are required. Third, since the similar performance content and format were repeated, improvements in the content of performance are necessary. It is difficult to generalize our recommendations based on only one case study. However, this study is important in that it offers insights on how to develop and revitalize the Jeonju Daesaseumnori Competition.

This study critically approaches the “Research-Based Content” series of the Society for Dance Documentation & History, which explores the historical, morphological, and artistic meaning and value of dance through research in the reconstruction of traditional and new dances, the art dances of the modern era. This research is based on expert interviews and opinions of critics. First, it allows for a flexible reconfiguration and recreation of dance beyond the boundaries of tradition. Second, it enables the documentation of the process and results, providing a formal record. Third, through the exchange between dance and theory, as well as dance and other fields, it offers an i nclusive e xperience. F ourth, i t allows f or t he p ursuit of n ew p erformance f orms beyond traditional and contemporary dance through editing and adaptation in compilation performances.Copyright issues, mutual interests, research adaptation, and time-consuming are among the things to consider.