Arts du Spectacle - Danse et Performance Asiatiques

a traditional Chinese dance form that originated in the Dunhuang region and features graceful movements, colorful costumes, and cultural elements from the Silk Road era

danse de Dunhuang

a Filipino folk dance that involves dancers nimbly navigating between striking bamboo poles, creating a distinctive tinkling sound

danse du tinikling

a classical dance form originating from Cambodia, known for its graceful and ethereal movements depicting celestial nymphs in Hindu mythology

danse apsara

a classical Indian dance form known for its intricate footwork, rhythmic patterns, expressive gestures, and storytelling elements, originating from northern India

Kathak (un style de danse classique indienne)

a classical Indian dance form characterized by intricate footwork, hand gestures, facial expressions, and elaborate costumes, with themes drawn from Hindu mythology

Bharatanatyam

a classical Indian dance-drama form from the state of Kerala, known for its vibrant makeup, elaborate costumes, stylized gestures, and dramatic performances depicting mythological stories

kathakali

a traditional Japanese dance-drama including mime, dance and singing, all performed by men

kabuki

a traditional Japanese theater form with masked performers, stylized movements, and poetic chants, known for its refined and subtle performances based on mythology, history, or folktales

noh

a traditional dance that imitates the movements and beauty of a peacock, often performed with grace and flamboyance, and accompanied by elaborate costumes and props

danse du paon

a type of dance in which a woman performs quick movements with her hips and belly, originated in the Middle East

danse du ventre

a modern Japanese dance form characterized by slow, fluid movements, often with grotesque or surreal elements, and emphasizing themes of darkness, death, and the human condition

butō

a traditional Chinese dance performed during festive occasions, where performers mimic a lion's movements using a lion costume, accompanied by music, believed to bring good luck and fortune

danse du lion

a traditional Chinese theatrical art form combining singing, dancing, acting, and acrobatics, known for its colorful costumes, makeup, and stylized movements

opéra de Pékin

a traditional Indian dance form known for vibrant masks, energetic movements, and storytelling elements, often depicting Hindu mythology or folktales

danse Chhau

a traditional dance form from Thailand, known for its graceful movements and performed during festivities and celebrations

Menora

a traditional dance form that depicts the movements and behavior of a tiger, often performed during festivals, celebrations, or rituals

danse du tigre

a traditional Okinawan dance with energetic movements, dynamic drumming, and lively singing

Eisa

a Chinese folk dance for celebrations and good fortune

danse Baishou

a traditional Korean mask dance with colorful masks and costumes, performed during festivals and rituals

Danse de masques Geommu

a traditional Saudi Arabian dance that involves synchronized movements, drumming, and chanting

ardah

a traditional Arabian dance with drumming, singing, and dancing, performed during celebrations and cultural events

yowla

a traditional Levantine folk dance with lively line and circle dances, stomping, and clapping, often performed at social gatherings and celebrations

dabke

a traditional Persian Gulf dance style performed by women with graceful movements, colorful costumes, and traditional music

danse khaleegy

a traditional Oromo dance and music style with lively movements, vocal chants, and traditional instruments, performed at weddings, festivals, and social gatherings

khigga

a traditional Arabian dance where performers move energetically to the beat of drums, often using sticks as props

mezmar

a traditional circle dance with coordinated movements, often performed at social events and celebrations in Eastern Europe and the Middle East

hora

a traditional Turkish and Kurdish folk dance characterized by energetic and rhythmic movements, often performed in a line or circle formation

halay

a classical Indian dance known for its intricate footwork, graceful movements, and expressive gestures, often performed in temples and cultural events in Andhra Pradesh, India

Kuchipudi

a classical Indian dance with fluid movements, intricate footwork, and expressive gestures, originating from Odisha, India, often performed in temples and cultural events

Odissi

a classical Indian dance form from Assam, known for its devotional themes, graceful movements, and expressive gestures, often performed in monasteries and cultural events

Sattriya

a classical Indian dance from Manipur known for its graceful movements, delicate hand gestures, and depiction of Hindu mythology and Manipuri culture

Manipuri

a classical Indian dance from Kerala known for its graceful movements, subtle expressions, and feminine themes from Hindu mythology

Mohiniyattam

a Chinese festive dance with a long dragon-shaped costume symbolizing good luck and prosperity, performed by a team of dancers

danse du dragon

a traditional style of Indian dance characterized by rhythmic movements of the hands and feet, often performed by women as entertainment at social gatherings and festivities

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