Category Archives for "political dance"

A Bit of Swing Dance History in a Beer Ad!

Dance History , dance videos , Learning dance , Lindy Hop , music for dance , political dance , social dancing

I’ve blogged in the past about my appreciation for dance in advertising, and now along comes one of the best yet. I confess I don’t really get what this has to do with Guinness, but more power to them. It’s pretty wonderful all on it’s own so I’m happy to spread it around.  The dancing […]

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If I can’t Dance to it, It’s not My Revolution! Political Dance Vs. Propaganda

Dance History , dance videos , political dance

Emma Goldman is credited with the title quote, and it’s one of my favorites.  I think she was simply saying that she’s not going to fight for a joyless society, a point that is so easily forgotten when the focus is on struggle.  But music and dance have also been used throughout history to make […]

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