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dance history
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Floorcraft: Has It Become a Lost Art?
Has floorcraft become a disappearing skill in competitive ballroom dancing? Drawing on decades of experience, Anthony Hurley reflects on changing competition habits and revisits the timeless principles of awareness, adaptability, and movement etiquette that once defined successful dancing.
In Memoriam ~ Wolfgang Opitz
Wolfgang Opitz was a world champion and a legendary coach who shaped generations of dancers. I had the privilege of training under him for over a decade, an experience that went far beyond technique.
“You cannot understand the music without the history.”
In Vienna’s 200th Strauss anniversary year (2025), Bibi Jung meets Eduard Strauss for a deeply personal conversation about history, power, courage, and the business behind the music. This intimate interview reveals the human stories behind the glittering waltzes and the women who shaped the Strauss legacy.
Cuban Rumba vs Square Rumba
What’s the difference between Cuban Rumba vs Square Rumba? Join Brigitt Mayer, Evelyn Hoermann, and Sirpa Suutari as they trace Rumba’s evolution through history, culture, and rhythm.
A Talk with … Sam Sodano
An exclusive conversation with Sam Sodano, ballroom legend and Ohio Star Ball organizer, on the evolution and authenticity of Latin American competitive dance. Insights for dancers, coaches, and dance enthusiasts alike.
The dance detectives
A bit of insight into the idea behind the DanceArchives