The document outlines the requirements for an initial post due on January 21st at 4:00 pm, emphasizing that late submissions will not be accepted. Students are instructed to compare and contrast a dance television show with American dance marathons, addressing topics such as socioeconomic factors, exploitation, theatrical elements, stereotypes, and the commercialization of drama. Specific terminology from class discussions must be utilized, alongside appropriate citations for sources.

1. Your initial post should be made during
Unit 2, January 21st at 4:00 pm.
Submissions after this time will not be accepted.
Please respond to the following questions:
In 6-7 sentences, compare and contrast one of the dance
television shows referenced in this unit (try to choose a show
that has not already been referenced by another student) to that
of the American Dance Marathons, considering such questions
as:
How does the socioeconomic and sociopolitical climate of the
time affect how dance is presented and how the participants are
treated/portrayed?
Discuss the Issue of exploitation, who was exploited, who did
the exploiting, and how?
What aspects were theatre, and what aspects were real? How
were these exaggerated?
What are the reinforced stereotypes present in the competitions?
Tell us about the idea that drama sells.
Use specific terminology and concepts discussed in class thus
far. Make sure that you are citing all sources, or being clear
that your statement is your idea/belief/observation.