Ceremonial dance
Recreational dance
Dance has been part of our culture for
thousands of years. There are many forms of dance performed all over the
world today, from ballet to ballroom and salsa to street. Most of the
dancing we now see is about recreation and self-expression, and it's also
an enjoyable way for people of all ages, shapes and sizes to stay fit and
healthy.
International Dance Day is celebrated on 29th April every
year on the birthday of Jean-Georges Noverre, the creator of
modern ballet. The intention of the International Dance Day Message is to
celebrate dance, revel in the universality of this art form, cross all
political, cultural and ethnic barriers, and bring people together with a
common language - dance. This article will explore the different types of
dance, with a look at how they’ve evolved into the well-known dance genres
we know today.