A Total Obsession

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MACE is the strategic lead organisation for screen heritage for the East and West Midlands regions. An independent charity based at University of Lincoln, MACE preserves and makes accessible a collection of more than 100,000 historic moving images representative of the diverse cultures and histories of communities throughout the heart of England from the Lincolnshire coast to the Welsh border.

A Total Obsession

Media Archive for Central England
Swindon
1985-06-10
Sound

A five year journey towards establishing a regional dance studio in Swindon.

This documentary follows dance officer for the Wiltshire Borough of Thamesdown, Marie McCluskey. Here she provides both commentary and talking head style interviews throughout, discussing her life in dance, the youth and the community interest in movement arts, as well as the challenges of running a dance school funded by Thamesdown Borough Council. The film invites us into classes held at the Town Hall with dancers practicing ballet, modern dance and break dance. These include individuals ranging from aspiring professionals to those engaging in leisure dance for fitness. Alongside dance classes, drama lessons are also offered and are shown being taught by drama officer Dominic Barber.

Performing Arts: Dance

Next up in our Performing Arts series...

Continuing our exploration of the world of performing arts, this collection delves into the universal language of dance. Since the origins of dance are intrinsically linked to self expression, spiritual connection and social interaction, there is a long and fascinating history of movement beyond the stage. This collection invites us to reflect on the multifaceted nature of dance: that which is innate and exists on a fundamental level in each of us, that which is taught and studied as choreography or technique, and all manifestations in between. Each work in this collection is an energetic, vibrant display of dance in its many forms - from show rehearsals and live performances, to traditional festivals and flash mobs. Don't forget your dancing shoes as we journey through the wonders of movement!

25 videos in this collection

Ella

1986