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Alvin Ailey American Dance Theater: Revelations
A description of the dance Revelations, choreographed by Alvin Ailey. The dance was first performed on January 31, 1960, and made Ailey an overnight sensation in the dance world. Includes video and photographs, as well as links to videos...
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Alvin Ailey American Dance Theater: Repertory
Description and information about works in the Alvin Ailey American Dance Theatre repertory.
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Gotta Dance: History of Latin Cha Cha Music
A brief history of the development of Latin Cha Cha music. Includes an explanation of the rhythm, the steps, and of course, the history of Cha Cha.
Central Home
Central Home: Western Dance History
This site describes the roots, history, and styles of western dance.
Central Home
Central Home: Cha Cha Dance History
Click on mambo and the history of the dance is described. It tells how this led to the development of the cha cha.
Central Home
Central Home: centralhome.com: History of Dance
Visit this site for information on a variety of dance forms. It gives background information on the origination of the dances and how to perform the dances.
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Elements of English Country Dance
Contains list of English Country Dances steps with instructions on how to dance.
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Dancing: What Is Lindy Hop?
This site answers the question, "What is Lindy Hop." It includes history and other information on the dance popularized in the 1920s.
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Forgotten Pioneer Women of Dance in Canada
This intriguing site looks back at the women who were significant in their contributions to the field of dance in British Columbia.
Library of Congress
Loc: How to Read a Dance Manual
Detailed information given as to most effective way to read and use a dance manual. Includes video (requires Quicktime).
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Joy2 Learn Foundation: Dancing With Gregory Hines
Explore the world of tap dancing with dancer Gregory Hines. Through video presentations, you'll learn about the history of tap and its techniques. There is also video footage of early famous tap dancers.
Library of Congress
Loc: An American Ballroom Companion:dance Instruction Manuals (1490 1920)
The Library of Congress has over 200 original dance manuals from 1490 to 1920. This resource includes essays and treatises on etiquette, dance theory and history, theatrical dance, music for the dance, and more.
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Ballroom dancers.com: Learn the Dance
This site contains information on the history and styles of ballroom dances. Find the type of dance you're interested in and the site will provide an overview, syllabus, featured steps, and even music.
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International Tap Association: An Ongoing History of Rhythm
Describes famous tap dancers and styles in tap dance history.
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Wis Travel: Wisconsin History
A concise summary of the history of the state of Wisconsin. Learn about its first explorers and inhabitants through its admittance to statehood. There is also a long list of state symbols given after the text. Click on one to see a...
Yale University
Living Pictures Representing the History of Black Dance
A brief history of black dance in America, includes dance pioneers in jazz dance, ballet, and modern dance.
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Western Square Dancing: Square Dance Callers Instruction Course
Learn how to call square dances from this free on-line written course. Quite lengthy.
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History of Swing Timeline
This site reviews the history of swing dancing by decade, starting with the Roaring '20's through today.
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Parsons Dance Company
Profiles the dancers of the relatively new company and its primary choreographer, David Parsons, a former dancer with Paul Taylor. Offers history and video links.
Andre Dollinger
Ancient Egypt: Music and Dance
This site begins with a detailed description of music in Ancient Egypt. Scroll down the page to find information on ancient Egyptian dancing. Although little is known about the subject, this site provides a good amount of insight. The...
Gabriel Dumont Institute
Virtual Museum of Metis History and Culture: Metis Dancing Videos
The Rabbit Dance, the Duck Dance and the Fancy Jig are taught in these three videos demonstrating Metis dance techniques. There is an order form if you should wish to purchase the videos after watching them.
History Link
History Link: Dance Marathons of the 1920s and 1930s
Funny fad in the innocent 1920s that turned tragic in the desperate 1930s. The authors provide an excellent, comprehensive resource on the history of the dance marathon.
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Sets Steps and Ceilis: Irish Dancing
This site offers a history of set, step and Ceilis dance. Check it out!
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