HONS 449 - Arts & Culture of India

3 credits Crosslisted With: ART 449
In this course we will actively experience the visual and performing arts while immersed in the culture of India. We will view original Indian crafts and work with local artisans, discover the world of puppetry, visit craft museums and art centers, attend live performances, and spend time exploring another culture through a comparative lens. We will discuss the interrelatedness of culture and art from traditional to contemporary times. An understanding of experiencing art and live performance in their actual settings will be conveyed through daily journaling. Students will participate in a variety of comparative cultural experiences. In addition, we will be experiencing other forms of Indian cultural and literary traditions by attending a historical walking tour and visiting several significant cultural sites.