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The world of dance as it relates to specific locations around the globe.
The development of dancing in Russia
Submitted to DanceArchives by Stanislav Popov:25 years of Russian Dance Union (RDU) 2012 is the year of anniversary…
Blackpool, the dance Mecca
By Leonid Pletnev “Dear friend! This time I’m writing to you from Blackpool — the dance Mecca, the…
What is it About Blackpool?
A compilation of a variety of excerpts from Brigitt Mayer’s book Ballroom Icons regarding the magical appeal of the historic Blackpool Dance Festival.
How to Win Blackpool
By Anne Gleave In 2009 I was asked to lecture at the British National Congress with a title,…
The Impact of Vernon and Irene Castle
Most people today would likely not know who they are, but Vernon and Irene Castle were superstars in their time, known around the world.