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Best Dance Films of 1989


The Margot Fonteyn Story

The Margot Fonteyn Story ... about her marriage to a Panamanian diplomat. Some of the dance excerpts come from Sleeping Beauty, Ondine, and Giselle. [ best dance films - 1989 ]

Cirque du Soleil: Cirque Réinvénte

Since 1982, Cirque Du ... putting a new spin on the humor, mystery, and feats of physical agility that are hallmarks of circus performance. [ best dance films - 1989 ]

Dance Theatre of Harlem

This performance video presents ... makes a political statement about the world of sports; and "John Henry", a story of perseverance against all odds. [ best dance films - 1989 ]

Kumu Hula: Keepers of a Culture

Despite the best efforts ... including scenes from the incredibly silly 1936 film Waikiki Wedding, featuring songs performed by Bing Crosby and Shirley Ross. [ best dance films - 1989 ]

The Paris Opera Ballet: Seven Ballets

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Salsa: Latin Pop Music in the Cities

Born in New York ... back to Puerto Rico to investigate salsa's birth in the rituals of Santeria, a fusion of Animism and Catholicism. [ best dance films - 1989 ]

Country Dancing: Advanced

The third and final ... In an expanded segment, viewers learn how to improve partner collaboration for a more fun and artistic dance experience. [ best dance films - 1989 ]

Country Dancing: For Beginners

Country Dancing: For Beginners ... other popular dances. Instructors demonstrate carefully the leading partner's footwork. They also focus on couple interaction, rhythm, and form. [ best dance films - 1989 ]

The Sleeping Beauty (Kirov Ballet)

This musical version of ... from her true love can revive her. Performed by the Kirov Ballet at the Place des Arts in Montreal. [ best dance films - 1989 ]

Romeo & Juliet

Experience one of the ... Mukhamedov and offering a score by the renowned Bolshoi Theater Orchestra, the Bard's tale is presented in three acts. [ best dance films - 1989 ]

Raymonda

This performance of Aleksandr ... opera, Raymonda features revised choreography by Yuri Grigorovich and was recorded at the Bolshoi Theatre in 1989. [ best dance films - 1989 ]




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