That word doesn’t exist in my language: teaching and learning Laban/Bartenieff Movement System in multiple languages

Abstract

This article shares insights from teachers of the Laban/Bartenieff Movement System (LBMS) dealing with translation in different ways in the classroom. We problematize the notion of translation and consider the challenges and values of our attempts to translate that produce significant spaces of learning. From these, we elaborate upon reflexive models of teaching and learning, fundamental to LBMS. We use our experiences to highlight the role of Motif within LBMS and propose curriculum modifications and additions.

Keywords

• translation
• teaching
• laban
• bartenieff
• movement