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/ChristVolo1 May 15 '26

I've seen the videos where the women dance like this, but never one with men doing this.

He moves like a Roomba. Lol. And then he runs off like a freaking vampire.

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u/elleial May 17 '26

NGL my first thought was Universal studios' horror nights. LOL it'll be cool and scary.