I’d love to be a dancer. I like krumping, Latin, gymnastic acrobatic balletic moves, and anyone who can do the splits I reckon is a superior species. A lack of talent might hinder my dream, but it’s one I can indulge in vicariously. So you think you dance Australia is compulsory watching for dance fans … and tonight the Dancing with the Stars juggernaut returns.
If you want to learn to dance, try CINCH our community information dance. They link you to classes in Christchurch in a variety of dance styles. We’ve also got books, music, videos/DVDs, magazines and articles that will help you learn more about your chosen style. Search on the dance style or look at our subject listing dance and here’s a sample of dance goodies:
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The documentary Rize opens up the world of krumping and clowning. Photographer David LaChappelle is known for his bright and sexy celeb portraits, but in this movie he turns his directorial attention to the krumpers of L.A.
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The Best Dance Moves in the World…Ever! 100 New and Classic Moves and How to Bust Them - A new guide to getting it right on the dance floor
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Light fantastic: Dance floor courtship in New Zealand - reveals NZ’s enduring love affair with dancing. From the first settlers’ socials and elegant governor’s balls to Saturday night hops in country halls … -
New Zealand’s famous dancer and choreographer Douglas Wright has written well regarded memoirs on the life of a dancer.
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Dance music is the fuel for your dancing … from underground techno stylings, to hip hop, salsa, tango …
