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Dance Education Canada is passionate about providing you with access to the most current practices and research in dance education. Today we are excited to bring to you, yet again another unique topic of discussion as we welcome Andrew Sanger who has conducted his PhD research on dance as an environmental practice. Listen in as we discuss his research, methodology and its affect on the dancers. GUEST: Originally from Michigan, U.S.A, Andrew Sanger received a BS in Dance Honours from Wayne State University in Detroit and completed a MA in Dance Anthropology from the University of Roehampton in London, UK. He has performed works by Dwight Rhoden, Doug Varone, Jody Oberfelder, and Biba Bell in collaboration with sculpture artist Nick Cave. Andrew has presented his choreography in the US, UK, and Spain. As a scholar-artist his research interests investigate the entanglements of embodiment, queer theory, ecology, dance, and phenomenology. He is now teaching as a Visiting Lecturer at the University of Roehampton and an anthropology PhD Researcher at University College London researching dance as an environmental practice. INSTA: @seraphaun WEBSITE: Andrew Sanger Disclaimer: Any and all ideas and information presented in the following podcast are those of the presenter. The presenter is not an employee or representative of Dance Education Canada (DEC), and is participating in this podcast on a voluntary basis. The ideas and information they express do not necessarily represent the views of the DEC or its partners, employees or affiliates. The ideas and information expressed herein are for general educational purposes only. They should not necessarily be applied to specific individual situations. DEC recommends consulting an expert or professional regarding specific medical, legal or business concerns. DEC makes no representations about the accuracy or suitability of this content. Please note that Canada's National Academy of Dance Education is now operating as Dance Education Canada.