The Benefits of Dance and Artistic Expression

What is contemporary dance? Anyone interested in the world of contemporary dance has most likely asked or been asked this question. Despite having obtained a degree in contemporary dance and trained since the age of fifteen, I have yet to meet someone who could tell me exactly what it is.

Dance — and physical activity — should have the same status in schools as math, science and language. Psst: it may even help raise test scores, says Sir Ken Robinson.

In many cultures, music, singing and dance have no clear divisions – they are seen as a whole activity. Indeed, in many African cultures, there are no separate words for singing and dancing or music.