FACTS-
1- the first actual proof of dance is from 9 thousands years ago in paintings on cave walls
2- the first actual choreographed dance was a dance that told stories of ancients myths and gods- mainly egyptian priests.
3- Ancient Egyptains used it for entertainment shortly after
4- the walts became popular in the mid 19th century, but it was formed in the 16th century.
5- in the UK over 30 thousand people are employed in the dance industry.
6- professional dancing is regarded as one of the most demanding physical abilities and sports.
7-Lion Dance is one of the most popular religious and ceremonious dances in China and surrounding countries of Taiwan, Korea and Japan. This dance can signify bringing of good fortune, ward of evil spirits and be an excellent showcase in martial arts proficienc
8- Dancing is overly beneficial to your health
9-First balled dancer that used pointe shoes was Marie Taglioni in 1832 ballet "La Sylphide".
10-One tutu shoe cost up to $2000 dollars to be made, and one ballerina wears between 2 and three pairs per week
11- MOst people retire in the mid 30s from professisonal dancing because of the wear and tear that it does to the body.
12-Famous modern dance Cha-Cha originated fromCuba.
13-Famous energetic ballroom dance can-can (or cancan), which is performed by the row of female dances in long skirts originated form 1830s Paris ballrooms.
14-Origin of tap-dancing comes from the tribal dances of African slaves
15-Dancing with metal tap shoes became popular in United States during 1920s and 1930s. One of the most famous tap-dancing performers of that time were Nicholas brothers, who were instrumental into bringing that style of dance into Hollywood movies.
16-One of the dances that managed to completely change the landscape of dance history is polka! This energetic dance that was focused for young women that liked to jump, hop and turn swept across the world in mid-19th century
17-First ballroom dance that was ever created is Italian Viennese Waltz.
18-African slaves that were brought in Brazil 300-400 years ago were prohibited from practicing martial arts. Therefore, they developed the mix of dancing and fighting that is known today as capoeira.
19-Breakdancing was first created as a "less lethal" form of fighting between warring African-American street gangs in 1970s Bronx area of New York City.
20-Dance marathon competition started as early as 14th century England. They reached height of their popularity in the bloom of US entertainment expansion during 1930s depression era. Some competitions were performed in the 22 day long marathons.
21-The most sensual dance of modern times is without a doubt a Tango. It originated from 1890s Argentina, but it quickly became very successful in Europe.
No comments:
Post a Comment