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Publisher
BBC
Pub. Date
[2003]
Physical Desc
2 DVDs (ca. 240 min.) : sd., col. with b&w sequences ; 4 3/4 in.
Description
Documentary about several traditions of ecstatic dance around the world, including San in Namibia, Kut in Korea, Yoruba in Nigeria, Gabrielle Roth in New York, Candomble in Brazil, whirling dervishes in Turkey, Hadra in Morocco, firedance in the U.S. and the Rainbow Serpent Festival in Australia.
Publisher
Lionsgate
Pub. Date
c2007
Physical Desc
1 DVD (60 min.) : sd., col. ; 4 3/4 in.
Description
A dance aerobics program led by three professional dancers who appear on the television series Dancing with the stars. Featured dances: paso doble, cha-cha, samba, and jive. Includes "bonus challenge" freestyle segment, warm-up, and cool-down.
4) Simply swing
Publisher
Riz-Biz Productions
Pub. Date
c2007
Physical Desc
1 DVD (40 min.) : sd., col. ; 4 3/4 in.
Series
Yo-Yo Ma inspired by Bach volume 2
Publisher
Sony Music Entertainment
Pub. Date
c1998
Physical Desc
1 videodisc (111 min.) : sd., col. ; 4 3/4 in.
Description
Ma, choreographer Morris, and director Sweete colaborate to interpret Bach's third suite though dance and creative camera angles. Ma and Egoyan create a dramatic film that explores the relationships in Bach's music revealing the generosity of spirit and love that flows from Ma's performance.
Series
Publisher
Warner Home Video
Pub. Date
[2003], c1940
Physical Desc
1 DVD (102 min.) : sd., b&w ; 4 3/4 in.
Description
A backstage yarn about two hoofers, Johnny Brett and King Shaw, who are an ambitious dance team working in a dance hall for little or nothing. A mistake in names shoots King instead of Johnny into the lead of a Broadway musical. On opening night King is unable to perform due to intoxication, and Johnny is forced to perform to save his partner's reputation. The show's producers realize their mistake in identity and all is resolved.
12) Dance moves
Publisher
Distributed by Razor & Tie Direct
Pub. Date
c2010
Physical Desc
1 DVD videodisc (50 min.) : sd., col. ; 4 3/4 in.
Description
Now kids can learn today's hottest moves as they dance along to four dance instructionals and four rockin' KidzBop videos, including Party in the U.S.A.; Single Ladies; Evacuate the Dance Floor; and Telephone!
Publisher
Illuminations Media
Pub. Date
2021.
Physical Desc
1 online resource (streaming video file) (98 minutes): digital, .flv file, sound
Description
MATTHEW BOURNE’S THE CAR MAN is one of modern dance’s most thrilling and entertaining shows and a signature production for New Adventures. First seen in 2000, when it won the Evening Standard Award for “Musical Event of the Year”, it has proved to be a smash-hit in the UK and around the world. This recording for Sky Arts was made at Sadler’s Wells during the production’s most recent revival. The show is loosely based on Bizet’s popular...
Publisher
Illuminations Media
Pub. Date
2021.
Physical Desc
1 online resource (streaming video file) (110 minutes): digital, .flv file, sound
Description
MATTHEW BOURNE'S CINDERELLA is a thrilling and evocative love story told in dance. A reinterpretation of the classic fairy tale, it features heart-stopping choreography and vivid, truthful characters. Originally mounted in 1997 but recreated as a completely fresh production for its most recent run, this is one of New Adventures’ most popular and beloved creations. Set in London during the Second World War, the drama features Cinderella and a dashing...
Publisher
Illuminations
Pub. Date
2020.
Physical Desc
1 online resource (streaming video file) (90 minutes): digital, .flv file, sound
Description
MATTHEW BOURNE’S ROMEO + JULIET is a passionate and contemporary re-imagining of Shakespeare’s classic story of love and conflict. Set in the not-too-distant future in ‘The Verona Institute’ and mysteriously confined against their will by a society that seeks to divide and crush their youthful spirits, our two young lovers must follow their hearts as they risk everything to be together. A timeless story about repressed emotions and teenage...
16) Pina
Series
Criterion collection volume 644
Publisher
Image Entertainment
Pub. Date
[2013]
Physical Desc
2 videodiscs (103 min.) : sd., col. ; 4 3/4 in.
Description
The boundless imagination and physical marvels of the work of the German modern-dance pioneer Pina Bausch leap off the screen in this tribute by Wim Wenders. Shot in 3D, it is a remarkable visual experience and a vivid representation of Bausch's art, enacted by a group of talented dancers from her company.
17) Sizzling salsa
Series
Publisher
Distributed by Anchor Bay Entertainment
Pub. Date
c2006
Physical Desc
1 videodisc (ca. 55 min.) : sd., col. ; 4 3/4 in.
Description
Dance your way into shape by learning three different dance sequences including "Spicy Salsa Mix," the "Latin Lime Twist," and the "Mucho Mambo Combo."
Publisher
C & B Productions
Pub. Date
[2010]
Physical Desc
1 DVD (85 min.) : sd., col. ; 4 3/4 in.+ 1 CD (60 min. ; 4 3/4 in.).
Description
Offers a comprehensive introduction into the most important aspects of ballet. At first, the viewer will learn what they need for ballet class, and will receive practical tips on how to dress and get ready for class. Then comes the first ballet lesson! Learn the terminology, the first movements, the various positions, jumps and turns, and correct posture.
Series
Inspired by Bach volume 5-6
Publisher
Sony Music Entertainment
Pub. Date
1998
Physical Desc
1 videodisc (108 min.) : sd., col. ; 4 3/4 in.
Description
Ma and Bando create a classic Kabuki dance to express the emotion of Bach's music. Yo-Yo Ma invited skaters Jayne Torvill and Christopher Dean to join him in interpreting Bach's sixth suite for unaccompanied cello.
Series
Criterion collection volume 406
Publisher
Image Entertainment
Pub. Date
c2007
Physical Desc
2 DVDs (93 min.) : sd., b&w ; 4 3/4 in + 1 booklet (16 p. : ill. ; 19 cm.)
Description
A dancer's world: Martha Graham discusses the dancer as a creative artist, as members of her dance company illustrate her theories in a dance choreographed by Miss Graham. Woven into the movements of the dance are all the basic techniques required by the modern dancer.
Appalachian spring: a ballet depicting the wedding day of a pioneer couple.
Night journey: Martha Graham's interpretation of the Oedipus legend, depicting the moment of Jocasta's...
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