In Russia opera dances emerged in the eighteenth century, distinguishing themselves from other theatre works that included dance; the most important works and composers of this period will be summarized. As a repertoire of continuing interest, opera dances began with those of Mikhail Glinka in 1836 and 1842. Problems of studying the opera dances since then, including local practice, faulty scholarship and press criticism, will be identified. The principal makers of opera dances in Russia are introduced next together with their accomplishments, not least in light of so-called theatre reforms of the early 1880s, which favored opera over ballet proper. Finally, selected opera dances from Glinka to Tchaikovsky are analysed, with elaborations from historical records and the contemporary press.
Dance Research: The Journal of the Society for Dance Research is essential reading for those involved in the study and practice of dance. Dance Research is edited and published in Britain with the assistance of a distinguished group of editorial consultants based in Europe and the USA. The journal provides an international forum for the presentation and discussion of contemporary dance research and contains a section of comprehensive book and journal reviews.
Edinburgh University Press is the premier scholarly publisher in Scotland of academic books and journals and one of the leading university presses in the UK. Founded over fifty years ago, Edinburgh University Press became a wholly owned subsidiary of the University of Edinburgh in 1992. Books and journals published by the Press carry the imprimatur of one of Britain's oldest and most distinguished centres of learning and enjoy the highest academic standards through the scholarly appraisal of the Press Committee. In 2004, EUP was awarded charitable status. EUP has a significant journal and book publishing programme, with 120 new books and more than 30 journals published each year. More information is available at www.euppublishing.com.
This item is part of a JSTOR Collection.
For terms and use, please refer to our Terms and Conditions
Dance Research: The Journal of the Society for Dance Research
© 2015 Edinburgh University Press
Request Permissions
