The Dance Studies Association

The Dance Studies Association (DSA) is a professional organization dedicated to the academic study of dance. It brings together scholars, researchers, and educators to share knowledge, collaborate, and advance understanding of dance as an art form, cultural practice, and social phenomenon. The DSA hosts conferences, publishes research, and promotes interdisciplinary dialogue to deepen insights into dance’s history, theory, performance, and cultural significance. Its goal is to support scholarly work that explores dance’s diverse expressions and impacts across different societies and time periods.