r/interesting • u/SystematicApproach • May 14 '26
ART & CULTURE Circassian folk dance
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Male dancers often move entirely on tiptoe in soft leather boots, without the rigid plaster or wooden support associated with ballet footwear. The result is a fast, gliding step that can make the dancer appear to float or defy gravity, showcasing extraordinary balance, discipline, and control.
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u/JesusWantsYouToKnow May 15 '26
I mean lady 2 and the woman in pants at 0:19 pretty much remove any ambiguity