The work 'Ghost Dances' by Christopher Bruce was seen on 26 August 2011 in the Year 12 dance class. The individual's interpretation of the social/political or world issue/commentary that the piece attempts to provide. Using direct examples from the performance, the choreographer's use of movement and non-movement components was identified. The effectiveness of this piece was also evaluated. After Christopher Bruce received a letter from the widow of a Chilean folk singer who had been murdered, the very inspirational and symbolic work "Ghost Dances" was born. In 1981 Bruce gained Rambert's trust and the knowledge that he could create high quality and very symbolic dance movements for the scenarios. Rambert asked Bruce to compile a work for the Chilean Human Rights Committee; who gave him South American style music that he immediately loved. The tragic place in South America, where terrible situations befall the poor: father figures torn from their loving families and tortured to death, friends murdered and children taken away. Knowing all of these horrific acts drove Bruce to be extremely sympathetic to the causes and people who had to deal with these needless murders in their homes and neighborhoods. Bruce incorporates many dance techniques and elements to portray and recognize the difference between good and evil, heaven and hell. An important aspect of this work is the characters involved and what they do to govern power and domination. An important aspect in 'Ghost Dances' is the characters and how they reflect the meaning of the story and what they resemble. There are two different groups of characters within this work, the Ghost Dancers and the Peasant Villagers. Each group acts... middle of paper... ure of death. The Ghost Dancers display evil, power, and control among all; always win and never give up or let anyone stand in their way. This dance choreographed by Bruce educates audiences about South American political battles throughout history, but more importantly about the lives lost so carelessly and needlessly within their own country. Overall, the creation of this work had a positive effect and outcome. This work is very influential and educates people about the social and political battles in South America and the problems of the world. It is performed exclusively by choreographer Christopher Bruce who has incorporated significant and powerful movements to portray the intended story. It is a magnificent work dedicated to the Chilean Human Rights Committee, may they all rest in peace. Works Cited www.curriculumsupport.education.nsw.gov.au/dance7.../ghostdances/.../...