Learn about the Dance Theatre of Harlem is this segment from A Walk Through Harlem.

This resource provides photocopies of various types of information about social dancing and its influence on people.

This resource describes the history of a dance callled the Castle Walk, which was popular in the early 1900's. Includes information on the orgins of the dance, as well as text and images from a dance manual of the period.

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...

Description and information about works in the Alvin Ailey American Dance Theatre repertory.

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.

This site describes the roots, history, and styles of western dance.

Click on mambo and the history of the dance is described. It tells how this led to the development of the cha cha.

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.

Contains list of English Country Dances steps with instructions on how to dance.

This site answers the question, "What is Lindy Hop." It includes history and other information on the dance popularized in the 1920s.

This intriguing site looks back at the women who were significant in their contributions to the field of dance in British Columbia.

Detailed information given as to most effective way to read and use a dance manual. Includes video (requires Quicktime).

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.

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.

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.

Describes famous tap dancers and styles in tap dance 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...

A brief history of black dance in America, includes dance pioneers in jazz dance, ballet, and modern dance.

Learn how to call square dances from this free on-line written course. Quite lengthy.

This site reviews the history of swing dancing by decade, starting with the Roaring '20's through today.

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.

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...

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.