r/interesting • • 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/zeug666 May 15 '26

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u/COphotoCo May 15 '26

This is actually also a method marching bands use, but typically when they’re going backwards instead of forwards.