Successive modes of dancing in France responded directly to changes in the social and political environment; the relative calm of England brought such changes more slowly; French emigres brought French modes to England, and in France, English country style could be affected without making any unwise political statement. In the special case of Bals de victimes, dance and dress defied the new regime - from behind closed doors. A detailed study of dancing as described and experienced by Jane Austen completed the English aspect of those troubled times.
Edited by David Wilson(2004).
All levels
8 papers cover: Satyr dance in ancient Greece; Masks in Roman dance theatre; Mask dances from Portugal; Masquing dances of the Stuarts; Masks in the etchings of G M Mitelli; Masquerade balls in 18th century England and the subversion of the social order; Masked performance in Bali and Japan; Making masks for dancing.
Edited by David Wilson(2006).
Price - £6; (inc. P&P - UK - £7.50; EU - £9.00; Elsewhere - £10.50)
7 papers celebrating the life and work of Belinda Quirey (1912-1996)Edited by David Wilson(1997).
Price - £6; (inc. P&P - UK - £7.50; EU - £9.00; Elsewhere - £10.50)
9 papers cover: Changing attitudes to dance; Fencing Masters, the language of their teaching; Dancing masters in 15th century Burgundy; Dance and education in the 17th century; Dancing Masters in 18th century Dublin; Scholars, apprentices and dance training, 1700-1750; Dancing Masters: Professionals or businessmen?; Monsieur Nevelon; Arbeau's Orchesographie in 19th century dance histories.
Edited by Barbara Segal (2008).
Price - £8; (inc. P&P - UK - £9.50; EU - £11.50; Elsewhere - £14.00)
22 papers cover a fascinating range from 13th century illustrations of dance to Isadora Duncan and Ragtime, from the English Folk Revival to Indian Temple Dancers in 19th century Paris, from 18th century theatre dance to film.
Edited by Barbara Segal and Bill Tuck (2011).
Price - £10; (inc. P&P - UK - £11.50; EU - £14; Elsewhere - £16.50)
11:00 - 1:30 pm (Elementary Baroque Dance Classes in the afternoon)
Classes begin with a lively warm-up and move on to beautiful dances, from playful branles to the stately pavan and the lively galliard. Barbara teaches steps clearly and chooses dances to suit the abilities of her students.
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11:00 - 1:30 pm (Elementary Baroque Dance Classes in the afternoon)
Classes begin with a lively warm-up and move on to beautiful dances, from playful branles to the stately pavan and the lively galliard. Barbara teaches steps clearly and chooses dances to suit the abilities of her students.
The Place
Teacher
Contacts
11:00 - 1:30 pm (Elementary Baroque Dance Classes in the afternoon)
Classes begin with a lively warm-up and move on to beautiful dances, from playful branles to the stately pavan and the lively galliard. Barbara teaches steps clearly and chooses dances to suit the abilities of her students.
The Place
Teacher
Contacts
11:00 - 1:30 pm (Elementary Baroque Dance Classes in the afternoon)
Classes begin with a lively warm-up and move on to beautiful dances, from playful branles to the stately pavan and the lively galliard. Barbara teaches steps clearly and chooses dances to suit the abilities of her students.
The Place
Teacher
Contacts
This conference will be of interest to dancers and historical dance researchers, and also to historians, musicians and drama students.
A varied programme of papers, performances and workshops will explore some of the ways our European dance heritage intersects with social life, across centuries and nations.
See www.earlydancecircle.co.uk for more details.