1. DANCE
• History of Dance
• What is Dance?
• Why do people Dance?
• Kinds of Dance
• Elements of Dance
2. HISTORY OF
DANCE Traces of Dance:
Bhimbetka rock
shelters paintings in
INDIA
Egyptian tomb
paintings
3. DANCE
• To move your body in a way that goes with
the rhythm and style of music which is
being played.
Art
Recreation • Provides fun, relaxation and companionship
• It may tell story, set a mood or express an
emotion
4. WHYDOPEOPLEDANCE?
To restore health to life
For companionship
To have fun and
entertainment
To give beauty and
inspiration to others
Brings them magical
powers
Communication
For worship
For courtship
To express feelings
To bring victory
5. KindsofDance
Ethnological
Dance
A dance which is native to a specific
race or ethnic group.
Social Dances
A popular type of which is generally
performed by pair.
Theatrical
Dance
A type of dance which is performed
to in order to entertain the spectator.
9. Elements of
Dance
Theme • Message of the dance
Design • The planned organization or pattern of
movement in time and space
Movement • Actions of the dancers
Technique • The skill in executing the
movements
10. Music • Something melodic and
harmonious
Costume • Visual elements which gives color to
dance
Choreography • Organized steps and movements
Scenery • The setting or background
Elements of
Dance
