Dance
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Arab folk dances
Arab folk dances, often referred to as Oriental or Middle-Eastern dance, represent a rich array of traditional styles found across the Arab world, from North Africa to the Middle East. While frequently associated with belly dancing (Raqs sharqi), this art form encompasses numerous other styles, includi...
Russian ballet
Russian ballet, a unique and influential art form, began to establish itself in Russia by the late 17th century. It was under Peter the Great in the early 18th century that ballet was formally introduced, initially serving as a "standard of physical comportment" rather than mere entertainment, aiming to cultivate a new...
Modern dance
Modern dance is a broad Western concert dance genre that emerged in the late 19th and early 20th centuries in Europe and the U.S. It arose as a rebellion against classical ballet's rigid structures, seeking greater freedom of movement and a way to express social concerns. Pioneers like Isadora Duncan, Maud Alla...
Tango
Tango: A Cultural Phenomenon
Tango, a captivating dance form with intertwined African and European influences, originated in the late 19th century in the working-class districts of Buenos Aires and Montevideo. Despite its humble beginnings, tango soon gained immense popularity, spreading across the globe and bec...
Dance improvisation
Dance Improvisation
Dance improvisation involves creating spontaneous movement through creative exploration and instinctual expression. It's a less structured and more impulsive form that draws inspiration from everyday dance practices and influences. Improvisation can evoke profound and thought-provoking conten...
Interpretive dance
Interpretive Dance: A Modern Expression of Emotions
Interpretive dance emerged around 1900, led by Isadora Duncan, embracing a rebellion against classical ballet's rigidity. This modern dance style focuses on conveying human emotions and experiences through movement, rather than a specific dance style or narrative. It often in...
Dance crazes
Novelty and Fad Dances
Novelty and fad dances are characterized by their sudden burst of popularity, often driven by commercialization. From the 1950s to the 1970s, they became commonplace, fueled by the booming pop music industry. Many were based on new dance styles created by African-American dancers in major ...