Trajal Harrell gained international recognition for creating a series of works that bring together the tradition of voguing with early postmodern dance. He is considered to be one of the most important choreographers working in contemporary dance today. In his latest work, the artist also combines theoretical and formal ideas from butoh dance, and […]
Damien Jalet in an independent French Belgian choreographer and dancer, whose work has been presented internationally.
Cherish Menzo is a choreographer and dancer, who lives in Brussels and Amsterdam. In 2013 she graduated from The Urban Contemporary (JMD) at the ‘Hogeschool voor de Kunsten’ in Amsterdam. Cherish has appeared in the work of Lisbeth Gruwez, Jan Martens, Nicole Beutler, as well as collaborations with the likes of Akram Khan, Ula Sickle, Olivier […]
Sophie Gelinier explores the work of Francine Lancelot, focusing on the interplay between popular dance, scholarly dance, and Baroque music, and how these elements are expressed through dance notation.
This video documentary, directed by Olivier Lemaire, explores the world of dance, likely focusing on various styles, cultural impacts, and the joy of dancing, as suggested by the title “C’est le pied” (It’s great).
In recent decades, there has been a growing interest in artistic practices as a lens through which to explore inequalities, navigating the intricate dynamics of mobility, citizenship and belongingness. In particular, music and dance have emerged as illuminating pathways for reimagining migration and diversity research. This transformative perspective challenges conventional categories such as “migrant,” “migration,” […]
This edited volume explores various forms of social and popular dance, offering a comprehensive reader that delves into the cultural and historical significance of dance styles such as ballroom, boogie, and more.
Sherril Dodds explores the concept of value and embodiment in popular dance, analyzing how different dance forms are perceived and valued within cultural and social contexts.
Rafael Guarato discusses the transition from street dance to hip hop, exploring how performance acts as a tactic to preserve and convey cultural meanings within these dance forms.
Graham McFee delves into the philosophical aspects of popular dance, discussing the intrinsic pleasures and values associated with engaging in popular dance forms.