Dance Forms in Trinidad and Tobago
Trinidad and Tobago as a developing nation is at present going through a cultural renaissance or revolution, depending on how one looks at it. The Arts in general and the Dance in particular are a part of this great happening. Although some of us feel that events are not moving rapidly enough, there is much hope for the future as all around us one can feel a vibrant force surging, looking for directions. – Molly Ahye ‘Golden Heritage’
The History of Limbo
The History of Limbo Contributed by Marielle Dos Santos The word Limbo, derives from the Haitian word “Legba” for Esu, a Yoruba deity. Legba or
Ballroom Dance Styles
International Style Ballroom Dances Waltz | Foxtrot|Quickstep | Tango| Viennese Waltz. (Also done in the American Style ) International Style Latin Dances Rumba | Samba
Ballet, Contemporary and Modern
Ballet Classical ballet uses precise and highly formalized set steps and gestures. which originated in Renaissance Italy and established its present form during the 19th
The East Indian Legacy
East Indian Folk- ‘Jharoo’ and ‘Kollatam’ The Jharoo is a broom dance, with short brooms being made of the ribs of coconut palm leaves. The
The African Legacy
Limbo The limbo was done at wakes for nine nights. This dance was brought into prominence by Julia Edwards who changed the dance from a
The French Legacy
Cabinay – The opening dance where the host greets the gathering. Grand Bele – Couples dancing (male & female) similar to a square dance Kalenda Bele – movements