Austin, TX/London, England
This thesis uses Jaquel Knight’s choreographic work in Beyoncé’s “Single Ladies” as a case study for the potential use of an AI Labanotation program. It establishes a need for Labanotation in the commercial dance sector through an analysis of Knight’s choices and his thought process when he copyrighted his choreography in 2020. This thesis also researches the manner in which emerging technologies could potentially streamline the process by which dance works can be documented and receive copyright protection. It is worth noting that this thesis also recognizes the nuance of ownership principles in dance, and it attempts to discuss the U.S. Copyright system in a manner that recognizes both the benefits and downsides of utilizing current legislation within the dance field. This thesis does not suggest systemic change, but rather offers suggestions for how choreographers can best protect themselves within the already existing structures.
Commercial Dance and Copyright (pdf)
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