Arts du Spectacle - Styles de Danse

a traditional dance that originates from a specific cultural or ethnic group, often passed down through generations

danse folklorique, danse populaire

a dance performed as a solemn or formal part of a ritual, ceremony, or religious observance

danse cérémonielle, danse rituelle

a form of movement or dance that allows for freedom of expression, creativity, and improvisation

danse libre, danse improvisée

a contemporary form of dance that rejects traditional narrative and balletic conventions, focusing instead on personal expression, experimentation, and innovation

danse moderne, danse contemporaine

the practice of recreating or performing traditional dance styles, steps, and costumes from past eras or historical periods, often as a form of cultural preservation or artistic representation

danse historique, danses historiques

a variety of dance styles that originated in Latin American countries and are characterized by rhythmic, energetic movements and often accompanied by Latin music genres

danse latine, danse de style latino

partner/group dances for recreation, entertainment, and social interaction in social settings

danse sociale, danse de société

a style of dance that emerged from street and hip-hop cultures, characterized by diverse and improvisational movements, often performed in informal settings or on the streets

danse de rue, street dance

a lively and energetic style of dance characterized by rhythmic movements, spins, turns, and coordinated footwork

swing, danse swing

a style of dance that combines elements of dance and acrobatics, incorporating flips, aerials, tumbling, and other athletic movements into choreography

danse acrobatique, danse acrobatique de style

a modern style of dance that emphasizes creative expression, fluidity of movement, and versatility, often incorporating elements from various dance styles and techniques

danse contemporaine, danse moderne

a type of dance performed on stage for an audience, typically in a formal setting such as a theater or concert hall, and often featuring choreographed routines set to music

danse de concert, danse de spectacle

a style of dance that combines elements of ballet, jazz, and contemporary dance, characterized by expressive and emotional movements set to lyrical music, often conveying a narrative or story

danse lyrique, danse expressive

a free-form, uninhibited style of dance that encourages self-expression and connection with music, often in a non-judgmental and non-verbal space

danse extatique, danse libre

a style of dance that combines elements from different cultural or performance dance forms

danse fusion, fusion de danse

a style of dance that focuses on conveying emotions, ideas, and stories through movement and expression

danse interprétative, danse expressive

a diverse range of traditional and contemporary dance forms that originate from the African continent and its diaspora

danse africaine, danse d'Afrique

a type of erotic or exotic dance performance typically performed by a dancer who straddles or sits on the lap of a seated patron or audience member

danse sur les genoux, danse érotique sur les genoux