Judith Lynne Hanna

Judith Lynne Hanna is an influential American anthropologist and dancer known for her research on the relationship between dance, culture, and society. She demonstrates how dance can be a form of communication and a reflection of social values and identity. Her work emphasizes the significance of movement in cultural expressions and how it can reveal insights about human behavior. Hanna has contributed notably to the field of dance anthropology, exploring how dance reflects broader cultural dynamics, including gender roles and social interactions. Her scholarship has helped to elevate the academic study of dance within the social sciences.