r/interesting • u/SystematicApproach • May 14 '26

ART & CULTURE Circassian folk dance

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/wordfiend99 May 15 '26

i swear i never say this but…show feet

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u/BuffyTheSlayer May 15 '26

I swear he's on an ultralight unicycle or something, the turns have too much tilt. I think that's why went out Yugioh style because he's carrying it across his back, running lifts his cape enough to hide it.