Dance Dance Dance

Step into the beat of a mazurka, Viennese waltz, tango, or swing in a vibrant medley of captivating rhythms and playful dance steps.

Music and dance have always held a special place in human life, crossing cultures and social classes. From rural villages to bustling cities, people have danced for generations. Norway’s oldest traditional couple dances, known as bygdedans, are a cornerstone of the country’s intangible cultural heritage. Here, learning wasn’t formalized – you picked up the steps from others.

Other styles, often influenced by continental trends, were taught more formally. Foreign influences made their way to Norway, adapted locally, and sometimes developed a distinctly Norwegian flavor. In this exhibition, you’ll discover the vibrant dance communities of Lillehammer and Gudbrandsdalen, featuring groups like Bergs Danseskole, Lillehammer Swingklubb, Tango Banco, Lillehammer Dansesenter, Lillehammer Seniordans, Kulturhjerte, Loftet Dansestudio, and the local folk dance scene.

Foto: Ukjent. Privat eie.

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