Art, simply put, is a lot to take in. It’s a complex collection of everything from colors to purposes, and it finds its way into our depths. Dance in particular stirs up a lot of emotions in us. It’s a profound medium that is deeply affecting, as we behold the human form contorting and putting itself through strenuous stress or vibrant bliss. With music, the strength of the performance is driven home harder. In “This Is Your Brain on Art,” The Washington Post does an exceptional job explaining how your head (and metaphorical heart) goes through a million things while watching dance.
Read the fascinating multimedia article at The Washington Post. It’s truly wonderful.
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