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Every year 29 April is celebrated as International Dance Day across the world. Let us tell you that this day is celebrated on the occasion of the birthday of the great dancer Jean George Navarre. For Jean-Georges Navarre, dance was not only a means of entertainment but also a means of expressing emotions. Dance is not only an art form but also a good exercise.
Through this both heart and mind remain healthy. It has also been found in many researches that dancing keeps the heart and mind happy. In such a situation, today through this article we are going to tell you about the history, importance and purpose of International Dance Day.
History of International Dance Day
The International Dance Committee of UNESCO‘s International Theater Institute announced the celebration of 29 April 1982, the birthday of the great dancer Jean-Georges Navarre. He was an accomplished ballet dancer from Navarre, France. He wrote a book on dance named ‘Letters on the Dance‘. In which everything related to dance art is present. Anyone can learn to dance by reading this book.
Purpose of International Dance Day
The main objective of celebrating this day is to encourage all the dancers of the world. Apart from this, we also want to spread awareness about dance among the people. In which the world’s major leaders and governments are also involved. The purpose of International Dance Day is to show that dance is fun for oneself and also to be shared with others.
