Explore the Charm of Historical Dance
Historic Dance Delights is a unique dance display group based in Canberra. Our passionate group brings centuries-old dances to life, performing dances from the 1400s through to the end of the 19th century in full costume.
A Spring Baroque Dance Weekend
Baroque Dance Workshops
As the weather warms up, join us for a joyful celebration of spring through the beauty of baroque dance, revelling in some of the most gorgeous music ever written. Embrace the aristocratic grace, technical precision and energetic elegance that is la belle danse.
Fiona and John of the Early Dance Consort (Sydney) will lead us through a weekend of early 18th Century Dance from the court of Louis XIV. The weekend will include introductory sessions to learn technique, steps and rhythms through to more advanced sessions to practice the various dance forms and figures of choreographies from the era of the great Sun King. Louis XIV of France changed the course of European dance history, encouraging its development, written notation and ensuring that French remains the language of classical ballet today.
The weekend will suit both those new to baroque dance and those with some experience. Learn about the different Baroque dance forms such as the Bourrée, Gavotte, Minuet, Sarabande & Gigue and some example repertoire. No experience or partner required.