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Sudiipta Dowsett is a socio-cultural anthropologist whose research focuses on the transformative effects of embodied collective performance practices, particularly within the context of Hip Hop in South Africa and Australia. Her PhD work, titled 'Revolutionary gangsta: hip-hop Khayelitsha, South Africa,' examines the Hip Hop scene in the township of Khayelitsha. It investigates how artists utilize Hip Hop to navigate complex neo-colonial contexts, revitalize language and culture, and embody ancestral art forms in contemporary global performance culture. Dowsett's research emphasizes the deeper political and decolonial dimensions of Hip Hop as an embodied performance practice. Currently, she is a Research Associate at the Big Anxiety Research Centre, involved in projects that explore the intersection of Indigenous and Hip Hop cultures. She has also received various grants for her innovative research on Hip Hop and social change. Dowsett's teaching philosophy prioritizes collaborative, embodied learning, and she integrates arts-based practices into her teaching. Her contributions to the field are recognized through her editorial roles and active engagement with professional associations in anthropology and music studies.
University of New South Wales • Sydney, NSW
Teaching various courses in anthropology and arts.
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