International Dance Day is celebrated on April 29 every year to encourage participation and education in dance. The International Dance Day 2021 theme is: ‘Purpose of dance’. International Dance Day 2021: HistoryInternational Dance Day was created by the Dance Committee of the International Theatre Institute ITI, the main partner for the performing arts of UNESCO. Since its creation in 1982, the International Dance Committee and the International Theatre Institute ITI select an outstanding dance personality to write a message for International Dance Day each year. International Dance Day 2021: SignificanceThe Dance Committee of ITI founded the International Dance Day and decided to celebrate the day on April 29 to honour the birthday of Jean-Georges Noverre, who is known as the creator of modern ballet.

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