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International Dance Day is celebrated on April 29 each year
It is celebrated on 29 April to mark the birthday of Jean-Georges Noverre, the creator of modern ballet
New Delhi: Each year International Dance Day is celebrated on April 29 to celebrate dance and enjoy an art form that cuts across political, cultural and ethnic barriers.
Dance is both an art form and amazing exercise - which helps bring people together and celebrate their happiness and also express their various emotions.
History of International Dance Day
International Dance Day was first commemorated in 1982 by the Dance Committee of ITI. It is celebrated on 29 April each year to mark the birthday of Jean-Georges Noverre (1727-1810), who is the creator of modern ballet.