29 April 2023/ UNESCO Havana/Portal of Culture of Latin America and the Caribbean
In 1982 the Dance Committee of ITI founded International Dance Day to be celebrated every year on the 29th April, the birthday of Jean-Georges Noverre (1727-1810), creator of modern ballet. The intention of the International Dance Day Message is to celebrate dance, revel in the universality of this art form, cross all political, cultural and ethnic barriers, and bring people together with a common language - dance.
Every year a message from an outstanding choreographer or dancer is circulated throughout the world. This year, the author of the message will be Chinese dancer and choreographer Yang Liping.
The International Theatre Institute ITI announced that, with celebrations in various forms in different dance communities all over the world, the International Dance Day 2023 main celebration will happen from 24 to 30 April in Shanghai. This event is co-organized by ITI, Shanghai Theatre Academy and the China Dance Association.
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