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The Kabuki Craze
Envision an orchestra pit filled with dozens of instruments, dancers adorned with bright pink eyeshadow, dresses that are decorated with the utmost detail, and men disguised as women. This image may... Read More
Hawaiian Hula: A Dance Rich in Cultural History
When people think of Hawaii, they often envision palm trees, luaus, snorkels, and, of course, dancing performed by hula dancers. What most people do not understand is that the honored tradition of... Read More
It’s All In the Hips
If there was ever a genre of dance that is misinterpreted, it is belly dancing. Belly dancing often evokes images of middle-aged women flaunting their bodies to crowds of people looking for entertai... Read More
Dansė: A Way of Life
Trying to define the styles of dance that exist in Africa is similar to trying to describe each spot on a cheetah – impossible. African dance is not only a coveted form of entertainment, but i... Read More
Bollywood Blitz
In the world of dance, the term “Bollywood” generally evokes thoughts of colorfully shiny costumes coupled with dancers grinning from ear to ear. It is no coincidence that the word “Bollywood... Read More
The Melting Pot of Dance: Salsa
Not too many people associate the word salsa with disco. However, what we now know as the modern day salsa was a result of Cuban and Puerto Rican immigrants combining their latin roots with the disc... Read More