Dance is the art least susceptible to preservation since its embodied, kinaesthetic nature has proven difficult to capture in notation and even in still or moving images. However, frameworks have been established and guidance made available for keeping dances, performances, and choreographers’ legacies alive so that the dancers of today and tomorrow can experience and learn from the dances and dancers of the past. In this volume, a range of voices address the issue of dance preservation through memory, artistic choice, interpretation, imagery and notation, as well as looking at relevant archives, legal structures, documentation and artefacts. The intertwining of dance preservation and creativity is a core theme discussed throughout this text, pointing to the essential continuity of dance history and dance innovation. The demands of preservation stretch across time, geographies, institutions and interpersonal connections, and this book focuses on the fascinating web that supports the fragile yet urgent effort to sustain our dancing heritage. The articles in this book were originally published in the journal Dance Chronicle: Studies in Dance and the Related Arts.

Embracing dramatic similarities, glaring disjunctions, and striking innovations, this book explores the history and context of dance on the land we know today as the United States of America. Designed for weekly use in dance history courses, it traces dance in the USA as it broke traditional forms, crossed genres, provoked social and political change, and drove cultural exchange and collision. The authors put a particular focus on those whose voices have been silenced, unacknowledged, and/or uncredited – exploring racial prejudice and injustice, intersectional feminism, protest movements, and economic conditions, as well as demonstrating how socio-political issues and movements affect and are affected by dance. In looking at concert dance, vernacular dance, ritual dance, and the convergence of these forms, the chapters acknowledge the richness of dance in today’s USA and the strong foundations on which it stands. Milestones are a range of accessible textbooks, breaking down the need-to-know moments in the social, cultural, political, and artistic development of foundational subject areas. This book is ideal for undergraduate courses that embrace culturally responsive pedagogy and seek to shift the direction of the lens from western theatrical dance towards the wealth of dance forms in the United States.

The challenges that young women go through in order to be successful in the world of dance are well known. However, little is known about the experiences of young men who choose to take dance classes in non-professional settings. Dancing Boys is one of the first scholarly works to demystify the largely unknown challenges of adolescent males in dance. Through an ethnographic study of sixty-two adolescent male students, Zihao Li captures the authentic stories and experiences of boys participating in dance classes in a public high school in Toronto. Accompanied by the boys’ artwork and photographs and supported by a documentary-style video, the study explores their motivations for dancing, their reflections on masculinity and gender, and the internal and external factors that impact their decisions to continue to dance professionally or in informal settings. With the author’s reflections on his own journey as a professional dancer woven throughout, Dancing Boys will spark discussion on how and why educators can engage adolescent males in dance.

The Gentleman Dancing-Master: Mr Isaac and the English Royal Court from Charles II to Queen Anne considers the life and times of the dancer known as Mr Isaac, performer, teacher and creator of prestigious dances for performance at the royal court. Includes facsimiles and discussion of his surviving dances and their context.

In the dazzling world of professional ballroom dancing, where passion, precision, and elegance collide, a tale of destiny and love unfolds. 'Dancing with Destiny' invites you to step into the enchanting world of Scarlet, a tenacious dancer grappling with a life-altering injury, and Callahan, a former champion whose heart has been scarred by lost love. Amidst the graceful swirl of ballroom gowns and the rhythmic beats of dance, fate weaves an intricate tapestry, uniting these two souls on an unforeseen journey. Scarlet, once a rising star in the competitive world of ballroom dance, now faces the daunting challenge of overcoming a crippling injury that threatens to shatter her dreams. Callahan, a once-revered figure in the world of dance, withdrew from the spotlight after a heartbreak that left him shattered and embittered. As they both struggle with their pasts, an unexpected alliance is forged when Scarlet seeks Callahan's expertise as a coach. Despite their initial clashes, their shared dedication to the art of dance and their wounded spirits draws them closer. A spark of hope ignites, one that could not only revive their careers but also redefine their lives. With every step they take on the dance floor, Scarlet and Callahan discover the transformative power of dance. It's a power that not only heals their bodies as they perfect their routines, but also mends their wounded hearts. As they train relentlessly for a life-changing competition that could be their second chance at glory, they find themselves entangled in a dance of emotions. Through late-night practices and whispered confessions, they realize that the perfect partner for the dance of love might be closer than they ever imagined. Embark on a journey where passion, perseverance, and vulnerability intertwine, and where the pursuit of dreams becomes a dance with destiny. Join Scarlet and Callahan as they navigate the twists and turns of the ballroom, waltzing through the highs and lows of their careers and the complexities of their hearts. As their chemistry on the dance floor becomes undeniable, they must confront their fears and insecurities, proving that sometimes, life's most extraordinary love stories unfold under the glimmering lights of the dance floor. Let the music carry you away as we delve into a world where dance and destiny intertwine in ways that are simply unforgettable. 'Dancing with Destiny' is a captivating tale of love's reawakening, of second chances embraced with open arms, and of the undeniable magic that happens when two hearts find their rhythm together.

An intimate and autobiographical account of a Dancer's journey from Newcastle-upon-Tyne to his travels in Europe. Accepted at the age of sixteen by the Royal Ballet School (London) he completed a three year dance course culminating in a performance at the Royal Opera House (Covent Garden). His professional Career took him to Portugal, Sweden, Switzerland and back to London again. Stephen founded his own 'Focus on Dance' company, a performing and educational enterprise based in Bournemouth, England, touring the south and south-west of England. Then he took his dance to the streets of Europe. He has subsequently performed to street audiences in the major cities and towns of Switzerland, Germany, Austria, Holland, France and Italy. In 1989 he moved to Fiano, in northern Tuscany. Stephen Ward died in 2013. This book is his lasting testament. A tender, moving portrait and a tribute to dance, dogs, friends, nature - and to life itself!