The Question of Dance, Self and Little Humans

Abstract

This thesis examines the ways creative movement shapes a child’s perception of self, self- discovery and self-rediscovery in early years children. I have over ten years expertise in my field, as a creative movement and dance practitioner, choreographer, performer and scholar. Having trained in performing arts from a young age, I gained a B.A. Hons in Performing Arts. My postgraduate research looks closely at the benefits of dance on the self within early years settings. Bringing my passion for dance somatics as a self-reflecting agency to the forefront of my work.