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"Pied en l´Air is a Swedish society and an ensemble which performs with historical dances from the 15th century to the 18th century. Restoring dances from these periods is as important as performing them in an entertaining but yet historically correct context. Consequently, we take a pride in recreating dresses true to the period. Martin Cizsuk, textile researcher and craftsman, is our costume coordinator. With dancing, music, dresses and theatre elements, we try to give the audience a living image of the past.

Our members have long experience and educations from Historical Dance at the University College of Dance in Stockholm and other dance educations. The ensemble was founded in 1984 by dance teacher Ann-Marie Ulfvarson. We rehearse and have dance technique classes on a regular basis; recent years with renowned Kaj Sylegård (Kaj Sylegard) as head teacher. ... " Visit website for more information. (ed.)

Category: Early Dance

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