The occasion of World Dance Day is celebrated to commemorate the birthday of the famous French dancer and ballet master, Jean-Georges Noverre every year on the 29th of April.Jean-Georges Noverre is considered to be the creator of ballet d'action, a precursor of the narrative ballets of the 19th century.
The day marks the significance of dance form present in every culture all across th world and to make people aware of its cultural ethnicity.
Dance is an integral form of art that has evolved through many civilizations and this day is an appeal to all the nations of the world to encourage this art in their respective countries.
In India, on the occasion of World Dance Day, a three day festival is taking place at News Delhi's India Habitat Centre where a film titled Ekalavya based on Kudiyattam dance style is being screened.
