社交舞之角色性別框架與平權探討

Abstract

在臺灣，性別平等的重要性逐年增加，而本研究以社交舞為角度探討角色性別框架與平權的意義。傳統社交舞中，生理男性為領舞者(Leader)，生理女性為跟舞者(Follower)，但近年來各種社交舞圈開始打破這一框架，出現了領舞者與跟舞者角色互換的情況。本研究旨在分析舞者在社交舞中展現性別平權的舞蹈動作和表現方式，並探討舞伴關係中的性別平權思維差異，以及舞者進行角色互換後的性平觀點。研究方法採用了質性研究中的半結構式訪談法和文件分析法，通過訪談讓研究參與者完整表達其舞蹈經歷與感受，並以錄音方式記錄過程，以便後續整理與分析。參與者皆為各專科舞種（如國標舞、搖擺舞、騷莎舞等）的佼佼者。研究參與者提出，其生理性別不應成為定義舞者能力和表現方式的唯一因素。而舞者的內在表達反映了他們對性別角色框架的反思和表現的多元性；在舞伴關係中亦展現性別平等的概念，打破了傳統性別角色的定型觀念；在舞蹈服裝上，則反映了傳統性別角色與其定型的影響；而嘗試打破這些框架，其穿著在舞蹈中不僅為了外表，更是為提升表演者的自信心和舒適度。在角色形象上，亦提出重塑角色定義的概念，用發起者(Initiator)和參與者(Participator)來陳述社交舞角色，突破原本角色間權力與上向不對的關係。本研究指出，舞者在角色互換的表演和教學中，對於性別平等概念得到了進一步強調和體現和自我表達的肯定；亦值得在其他領域推廣和倡導，並進一步加強對性別平等的認識和實踐，促進社會對性別平等的關注和重視。In Taiwan, the importance of gender equality has been increasingly recognized over the years. This study examines the gender role framework and the significance of gender equality through the lens of social dance. Traditionally, in social dance, men typically assume the role of Leader, while women take on the role of Follower. However, recent developments in various social dance communities have begun to challenge this framework, with instances of role reversals between Leaders and Followers. This research aims to analyze how dancers demonstrate gender equality through their dance movements and expressions, explore differences in gender equality perspectives within dance partnerships, and examine the gender equality viewpoints of dancers who engage in role reversals. The research methodology employs qualitative methods, specifically semi-structured interviews and document analysis. Through interviews, participants were able to fully articulate their dance experiences and feelings, with the process recorded for subsequent analysis. The participants of this study are distinguished dancers from various dance genres, including ballroom, swing, and salsa. The participants emphasized that their biological gender should not be the sole determinant of their dancing abilities and performance styles. The internal expressions of the dancers reflect their reflections on gender role frameworks and the diversity of their performances. Within dance partnerships, the concept of gender equality is also evident, challenging traditional gender role stereotypes. In terms of dance attire, traditional gender roles and their stereotypical influences are reflected. Efforts to break these frameworks involve not just aesthetics, but also enhancing the performers' confidence and comfort. The study also proposes a redefinition of dance roles, using the terms Initiator and Participator to describe roles in social dance, thus overcoming the inherent power imbalance in the traditional Leader-Follower dynamic. This research highlights that role reversals in performances and teaching further emphasize and affirm the concept of gender equality and self-expression. These concepts are not only significant within the realm of dance but are also worthy of promotion and advocacy in other fields. The study aims to enhance understanding and practice of gender equality, thereby fostering greater societal awareness and emphasis on this important issue.