Different people have different interpretations of what dance means.
Some see it as a form of expression, while others see it as a form of therapy and exercise to help them stay mentally and physically fit. Whether a person is a trained or an inexperienced dancer, they tend to find a way to have fun through dancing. Most people like to dance, whether behind closed doors or out in public, to unwind. People from all over the world gather for events and activities.
Date
Every year on April 29th, International Dance Day is held to honour this incredible art form. The International Dance Council first announced it in 1982.
Importance
On this day, Jean-Georges Noverre, the father of modern ballet, was born.
The goal of International Dance Day is to encourage participation and educate people all over the world about various dance forms such as tap dance, belly dance, ballet, and popular Indian forms such as Bharatnatyam and Kathakali.
The Bharatanatyam dance form originated in Tamil Nadu and was developed by temple dancers. It is one of India’s most well-known traditional art forms, and it is now widely exhibited both domestically and internationally.
In the 17th century, Kerala saw the birth of Kathakali (meaning “story play”). Most Kathakali plays are based on stories from the Ramayana and the Mahabharata.
This day is also observed to spread the word about the benefits of dance.
Here are a few of the advantages of dancing:
Dance is a great way to work out and improve your memory. Dancing on a regular basis can help to improve memory and cognitive skills.
Good for heart health: When compared to other forms of exercise, such as treadmill running, walking, and biking, dancing contributed significantly more to heart health.
Helps to de-stress: In these trying times, people dance to relieve stress by moving their bodies to the beats of music. Dancing helps to alleviate the symptoms of depression.
It’s a form of exercise: An hour of dance every day will keep you in shape. It will also increase adaptability. Dancing is one of the most simple ways to burn calories.
