Morris dance

However, there are more activities that are also fighting the same battle to gain recognition as a sport. One of those activities is marching band. Many people believe that marching band is not a sport and should just be classified as a musical activity. Those beliefs give marching band the general stereotype that it is not an athletic activity and should just be thought of as a part of the music program. Marching band is a sport and therefore should receive recognition and funding as one. There…

spiritual leaders. European explorers observed this religious practice and dances in the 1800s. The Europeans mispronounced the name for the gathering as “powwow”. This leads us to the pronunciation of the word today and adaptation. Nonetheless, gatherings similar to powwows existed long before European settlement. Dances have always been an important aspect of the life of Native Americans and a part of their culture. Dances were associated with homecoming celebrations, religious ceremonies,…

One would not expect a dance to disturb and challenge normative views when watching live or on the screen. The dance, Turbulence by Kenneth Hennessey, challenges those views with simple acts. The choreographer, Kenneth Hennessey, challenges these views by including the audience into the dance. Normally, a dance would not include the dance, but this dance includes the audience’s full attention throughout the entirety of the performance. Then the choreographer introduces the form of nakedness to…

The piece “Tiller Girls” is set in a 1930’s night club, where men are seen drinking and watching the show. When seated, the stage appears eye level to the audience members. The piece opens up with six women running onto a small stage. The backdrop of the stage is a shimmering black curtain. Red and white light bulbs frame the stage. The club is dimly lit and acts as the clubs main source of light. The dancers and the musicians are dressed provocatively with little, to no clothing on. In…

Is Dance a Sport? Many people when asked what sport they play answer by saying that they dance. These people who say that usually get some funny looks after that because many people do not really consider dance a sport. If those people who gave the funny looks actually danced, they too would definitely agree that dance is a sport though. Almost any dancer, if asked, would say that dance is definitely a sport. This sport is even much harder than many other sports and if bowling can be considered…

gained a lot of popularity because of the different approach he took on jazz dance. He soon became one of the most notable choreographers of his time. His work has forever changed the way audiences perceive dance, making his work historically relevant and unique. Bob Fosse was born on June 23, 1927 in Chicago, Illinois. Being the youngest of six, Fosse learned to gain attention in his family by dancing. He took dance lesson at the age of nine and it quickly became apparent that he…

I noticed that while practicing the dance. I have not put my own personal touch and flair to the dance which makes this goal hard to come by. I feel that my lack of proper footing stops me from fully performing and taking risks. I would love to go all out in my movement, but it is hard to do so when I do not believe my…

culture comes alive when the flamenco dance begins. The history of this dance brings together the melting pot of people, traditional music, Latin dancing, and mystic surroundings. Tourists with their cameras ready for action, stare at the performers in awe. Viewers are able to unwind in the moment with the Spanish staple, red wine. In a like manner, natives make a point to make everyone feel welcomed into the place they call home. Petite female performers dance the night away in their red,…

Between 1830 and 1850 classical dance has evolved significantly from its early years in French aristocratic court life, but no other period in its history created such monumental change as the Romantic Era. Despite the brevity of this period, it created radical change and helped form ballet into what it is today. Its impact can be seen in simple changes to costuming and theatrical innovations, which made a significant and substantial impression on how the public perceived dance. These…

Thinking of career in Dance? Tens of thousands of children across the United States pursue their passion of dance, some for recreation, while other dancers desire to make a career out of their passion. What types of career opportunities exist for the child that wants to dance professionally? What type of training/education is necessary for a dancer to pursue this type of career? What type of pay/income can one expect as a professional dancer? Below you will find answers to some of these…