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There is great variety in dance in the Netherlands. The traditional dance is the Dutch folk dance; however, this is hardly practiced anymore. Many Dutch practice ballroom dancing, but also tango has a large following. Many young girls start their dancing career with classical ballet and jazz dance. Only a few dances are invented by the Dutch ...
Interpretation of a folk dance that originates from the Netherlands. Done by Folkloristische Dansgroep Twentsche Leu, based in Hengelo, Netherlands.
Dutch dance along with the 2020 Pella Royal Tulip Court! Assistant Director Jessi will teach you the steps first, and then you can break out your moves!
Nederlands Dans Theater (NDT) is one of the world’s leading contemporary dance companies, already for 60 years! The group is based in The Hague, but performs for an international audience of 150,000 visitors in Europe, America, Asia and Australia.
Dutch folk dance are the traditional dances that were performed by the folk. Foreigners and the Dutch, alike, associate Dutch folk dance with clog dancing, though clogs in practice limit the dance moves.
From traditional folk dances to modern urban styles, the popular dances of the Netherlands offer a glimpse into the nation’s diverse heritage and love for music and movement. Whether it’s the lively and energetic klompendansen or the graceful and elegant waltz, these dances reflect the Dutch people’s passion for expression and celebration.
The most typical Dutch dances are folk dances, which is a result of the long term lack of a royal court and a majority of middle-class culture in which there was no space for popular native dances. What’s more, most dances are of Scottish or German origin.
