Dance in Rotterdam includes various forms like jazz, ballet and traditional folk dances. It is interesting to observe the way in which the dancers move in harmony with the music.
Dance in Rotterdam is an integral part of the life and culture of the people of the city. Dance celebrates the major social events of Rotterdam. Rotterdam dance comprises traditional folk dances as well as contemporary dances like ballet, jazz and so on. Vocal as well as instrumental music accompany various dance forms.
Folk Dance of Rotterdam:
Klompen is one of the famous folk dance forms of Rotterdam. The costumes of this Dutch folk dance comprise blue earthenware with aprons and white organdy caps. These traditional costumes are usually made by local dressmakers. These handmade dresses ensure authenticity. In some of the dances the dancers even wear wooden shoes.
Hakken of Rotterdam:
Hakken is a popular dance form not only of Rotterdam but the whole of Netherlands. The origin of Hakken lies with Dutch Hardcore and Gabber scene. This dance is performed with gabber music. The dancers dance with the rhythm of the bass drum. Small steps are used while dancing to keep pace with the rhythm. The lower part of the body is very important in this dance form.
Ice Dancing of Rotterdam:
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Ice Dancing has originated from ballroom dancing. It can be considered to be a form of Figure Skating. The dancers skate to music. The dancers dance with some distinctive music. Solo as well as duet performances are given by dancers. Vocal music is also used at times. Ice Dancing has been a popular dance form of Rotterdam.
Dance Works Rotterdam:
It is one of the renowned dance companies of Rotterdam which promotes modern dances. This company has given many performances in Netherlands as well as in many other countries. Ton Simons is the famous dance director of this group. The guest choreographer Bruno Listopad has contributed to a great extent to the brilliant performances of this company. The performances given by the dancers perfectly blend creativity with technicality of contemporary dances.
Rotterdam Dance Academy:
RDA is one of the most reputed dance academies of the country. Ben Bergmans, the famous dance teacher of this dance company is particularly passionate about jazz dance. Some other famous names related to this academy are James Carles, Catherine Grouet and Wayne Barbaste. These people together have created a new form of dance that combines various modern dances, jazz as well as several African dances.
Dance has significantly contributed to the development of Rotterdam culture.
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