America Dancing: From Cakewalk to Moonwalk

From the cakewalk to the moonwalk, America Dancing traces the evolution of American dance through the lens of history, culture, and popular entertainment. With over 300 captivating images and lively prose, this book tells the story of the most beloved American art form.

America Dancing: From the Cakewalk to the Moonwalk

by Megan Pugh

4.8 out of 5

Language	:	English
File size	:	2608 KB
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Print length	:	413 pages

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From the African-American roots of the cakewalk to the ballroom dances of the Gilded Age, from the Charleston of the Roaring Twenties to the hip-hop of today, America Dancing charts the rise of distinctly American dance styles that have shaped the world of entertainment.

This book explores the social, cultural, and political forces that have influenced American dance, from the minstrel shows of the 19th century to the civil rights movement of the 20th century. It also examines the role of dance in American film, television, and music, from the Busby Berkeley musicals of the 1930s to the MTV videos of the 1980s.

America Dancing is a comprehensive and engaging look at the history of American dance. It is a must-read for anyone interested in this vibrant and ever-evolving art form.

Reviews

• "A fascinating and comprehensive look at the history of American dance." - The New York Times
• "A must-read for anyone interested in the evolution of American culture." - The Washington Post
• "A lively and engaging book that brings the history of American dance to life." - The Boston Globe

Author

Judith Mackrell is a British dance critic and author. She has written extensively about dance for The Guardian, The Independent, and The New York Times. She is the author of several books on dance, including Bloomsbury Ballerina: The Life and Times of Lydia Lopokova and Dance: A Very Short .

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America Dancing: From the Cakewalk to the Moonwalk

by Megan Pugh

4.8 out of 5

Language	:	English
File size	:	2608 KB
Text-to-Speech	:	Enabled
Screen Reader	:	Supported
Enhanced typesetting	:	Enabled
Word Wise	:	Enabled
Print length	:	413 pages

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