September 27
Born Today:
Matt Harding
Matt Harding (1976-) does not consider himself a dancer, but he has brought people together all over the world to dance his inspired little jig in front of world landmarks. Check him out at whereetheheckismatt.com and I promise that he will inspire you and make you smile.
Also Born Today: Cléopâtre-Diane de Mérode (1875-1966) was a glamorous French dancer who had her portrait done by painter Henri Toulouse-Lautrec, among others. Ballerina Heather Watts (1953-) danced with the New York City Ballet and performed in numerous Dance in America episodes. She is married to Damian Woetzel (1967-).
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Dance Premiere: Akram Khan’s stunning update of Giselle premiered in 2016
Movies: Strike up the Band released in 1940 and Blue Skies released in 1946 in London