Famed for Dance: Essays on the Theory and Practice of Theatrical Dancing in England, 1660-1740

By Ifan Kyrle Fletcher and Selma Jeanne Cohen

""Famed For Dance: Essays On The Theory And Practice Of Theatrical Dancing In England, 1660-1740"" is a book written by Ifan Kyrle Fletcher. This book is a collection of essays that explore the history, theory, and practice of theatrical dancing in England during the period from 1660 to 1740. The book delves into the social, cultural, and political context of dance during this time, examining the ways in which dance was used to express power, social status, and identity.The essays in this book cover a wide range of topics related to theatrical dancing in England, including the development of dance styles, the role of dance in courtly and popular culture, the influence of French and Italian dance traditions, and the relationship between dance and music. The book also includes discussions of specific dance forms, such as the minuet, the jig, and the hornpipe, as well as analyses of particular dance performances and dancers.Overall, ""Famed For Dance"" provides a comprehensive and insightful look into the world of theatrical dancing in England during the 17th and 18th centuries. It is an essential read for anyone interested in the history of dance, theater, and culture in England during this fascinating period of history.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.

• Format: Hardcover
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1258428474
• ISBN13: 9781258428471
• Release Date: July 2012
• Publisher: Literary Licensing, LLC
• Length: 74 Pages
• Weight: 0.78 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.3" x 7.0" x 10.0"