An Incomplete History of Dance

An Incomplete History of Dance


Latest Episodes

06 Story of the Savoy
June 30, 2021

We discuss the history of the Savoy Ballroom and how it relates to the early days of Lindy Hop. Topics discussed include dance history snores, ambiguous vice, and famous New York politicians. Note: th

05 Vaudeville Ballet
May 31, 2021

We discuss the relationship between ballet and vaudeville at the turn of the twentieth century and what it means for the rise of ballet in the United States. Topics discussed include the rise of the c

04 Sexy Dancing and You
April 30, 2021

We look at the ways sexuality can be performed or rejected in dance, and why it matters to show a wide range of sexual and nonsexual relationships. Topics discussed include brain farts, stripteases, a

03 Jeni LeGon
March 31, 2021

We discuss the life of Jeni LeGon, a tap dancer and film actress, as well as tap in Hollywood and racism in the movie industry. Topics discussed include 20's era movie theatres, "integrated" clubs for

02 Pointe and Propaganda
February 28, 2021

We explore how ballet was used in the 50s through the 70s to support the Communist regime in China. Topics discussed include peasant women getting revenge, the militaristic quality of pointe shoes, an

01 Riot of Spring
January 31, 2021

We explore the creation and premiere of the original Rite of Spring. Topics discussed include mispronounced French words, Jeopardy questions about the Ballets Russes, sports noises, and Eurythmics. No