Crash Course
Japan, Kabuki, and Bunraku: Crash Course Theater #23
We're headed back to Japan, this time in the Edo period to follow up on Noh theater, which had gone out of style last time we checked in. Now, under the Shoguns, there's couple of really interesting types of drama on the scene. Kabuki is...
TED Talks
TED: The Black history of twerking -- and how it taught me self-love | Lizzo
Twerking is mainstream now ... but do you know where it came from? Superstar Lizzo traces booty shaking to a traditional West African dance and tells how Black women across generations kept the rhythm alive, from blues and jazz singers...
Crash Course
All Night Demon Dance Party - Kathakali: Crash Course Theater #24
This week, we're headed back to India to learn about the all night dance shows that culminate in killing a Demon (metaphorically): Kathakali! This form arose in the Kerala region of India, and tells traditional Indian stories, but with...
TED Talks
TED: A visual history of social dance in 25 moves | Camille A. Brown
Why do we dance? African-American social dances started as a way for enslaved Africans to keep cultural traditions alive and retain a sense of inner freedom. They remain an affirmation of identity and independence. In this electric...
TED Talks
Judith Jamison and members of the Alvin Ailey American Dance Theater: Revelations from a lifetime of dance
"Dance can elevate our human experience beyond words," says Judith Jamison, artistic director emerita of the Alvin Ailey American Dance Theater. In between performances of excerpts from Alvin Ailey's classic works "Revelations" and...
TED Talks
TED: What soccer can teach us about freedom | Marc Bamuthi Joseph
Soccer is the only thing on this planet that we can all agree to do together, says theater maker and TED Fellow Marc Bamuthi Joseph. Through his performances and an engagement initiative called "Moving and Passing," Joseph combines...
SciShow Kids
What Makes Music Sound So Good?
Jessi and Squeaks are dancing to some sweet tunes! But why does music make people so excited in the first place?
TED-Ed
TED-Ed: What’s the point(e) of ballet?
A baby cursed at birth. A fierce battle of good and evil. A true love awoken with a kiss. Since premiering in 1890, “The Sleeping Beauty” has become one of the most frequently staged ballets in history. So what makes this piece so...
TED-Ed
TED-Ed: The origins of ballet - Jennifer Tortorello and Adrienne Westwood
Can you imagine a party where every movement and every visual detail were governed by a complex system of rules and procedures? For centuries, such rituals were commonplace for European nobility. And while they've gone out of fashion, we...
Be Smart
Why Music Moves Us
How can simple sound waves cause so much emotion? I went from my comfy chair to the streets of Austin to investigate how it might be written into our neuroscience and evolution. Modern neuroscience says our brains may be wired to pick...
Curated Video
Unraveling the Origins of Salsa: A Journey through Music and Dance
Salsa is a vibrant and energetic music and dance style with Latin American roots. It originated in Cuba and evolved through the blending of African and Caribbean music with American jazz. Salsa is not only a captivating musical genre but...
Curated Video
Flexibility
In this video, Pavia the polar bear teaches the importance of flexibility and adaptation. Pavia shares how polar bears are able to thrive in the Arctic by adjusting to the cold and changing environment. Through a story about Ivana, Pavia...
Curated Video
Only In Malaysia 6 - Nail Dancer
Nail Dancer:A dance artist aims for a record by performing on a bed of 10,000 nails, showcasing the fusion of artistry and physical endurance.
Curated Video
Building Self-Discipline
In this video, Haley the bee discusses the importance of self-discipline and how it helps bees produce honey. She shares the story of Nicoletta, a girl who wants to achieve her next belt in karate but struggles with eating healthy....
Curated Video
Only In Brazil 8 - Crocodile Rock Farm
Crocodile Rock Farm:Facing bankruptcy due to the high cost of cows, a Brazilian farmer makes an unconventional switch, swapping cows for crocodiles on the farm.
Curated Video
Only In India 6 - Mask Dance
Mask Dance:The "Mahakala Dance" features colorful and symbolic masks, focusing on world peace and the fight against evils in the world through a traditional dance.
Curated Video
Only In France 6 - Marathon Dancing
Marathon Dancing:To coincide with the World Athletics Championships in the French capital, TDK organizes a dance marathon as their own unique marathon event.
Curated Video
Landmarks - Laban
LABAN THIS IS A STORY THAT BLENDS AN OLD STORY, ART AND ARCHITECTURE THE LABAN CENTRE IN SOUTH EAST LONDON IS HOME TO THE WORLD'S LARGEST BUILDING FOR CONTEMPORARY DANCE. THE BUILDING IS CUTTING EDGE IN DESIGN AND PURPOSE BUILT FOR ITS...
Curated Video
Only In Indonesia 14 - 84-Year-Old Traditional Dancer
84-Year-Old Traditional Dancer:An 84-year-old highly respected dancer mesmerizes audiences with her rarely performed traditional dance, showcasing determination and agility.
Curated Video
Only In Netherlands 11 - Clog Dance World Record Attempt
Clog Dance World Record Attempt:A Guinness World Record attempt involves 550 children aiming to break the record for "the largest clog dance," celebrating Dutch culture and traditions.
Curated Video
The Power of Tenacity: Nasima's Journey to Becoming a Dancer
In this video, Takashi the Tigris teaches us about the importance of tenacity in achieving our goals. Through a heartwarming story about a young girl named Nasima who overcomes obstacles to pursue her dream of becoming a dancer, Takashi...
Curated Video
Vienna: The City of Music and Historic Landmarks
Vienna, Austria:"Then we will travel to Vienna to immerse ourselves in its green waters and know part of its history. We will visit the famous St. Stephen's Cathedral, the tallest building in the city. We will discover the curiosities of...
Curated Video
Exercise
Fast Food Freddy hypnotizes the entire city with his new creation: The Lazy Hazy. Only Mixie-Bot can save the day with some delicious Energy-Boost Bars. Then get ready to rock with Freezer Burn’s exercise anthem!
Curated Video
Dancing Polymer
We create a polymer using cornflour and water called oobleck. Oobleck is a non-Newtonian liquid that behaves like a solid and a liquid. When placed on a speaker, the vibrations cause the polymer to constantly change its behaviour and it...