International Dance Day is also
known as World Dance Day. The day promotes art and culture, raises awareness
among the public regarding the "art of dance". It also spreads
education about several forms of dance and its value in its art form.
Basically, this day encourages
participation and education in dance through various events and festivals held
all over the world. Dance is both an art form and a method of communication in
cultures around the world and is practised by millions of people.
History
This day dance is celebrated
globally and it was created by the Dance Committee of the International Theatre
Institute (ITI), the main partner for the performing arts of UNESCO. The date
29 April was chosen because it is the birthday of famous French dance artist
Jean-Georges Noverre, who was born in 1727, a ballet master and a great
reformer of dance.
Observance
The creators and organisers of the
events are ITI by UNESCO. Even ITI, in a selected host city, create a flagship
event where several dance performances, educational workshops, speeches by
dignitaries, dance artists, humanitarian projects etc. took place.
Further events are organised
across the world like open-door-courses, exhibitions, articles, street shows,
special performances etc.
We can't ignore the fact that this
day is a celebration for those who value dance and its art forms and also acts
as a wake-up call for others, institutions etc., who have not yet recognised
its value.