KETC | Living St. Louis | Historic Dancers

From KETC, LIVING ST. LOUIS Producer Jim Kirchherr visits with the members of Dance Discovery, a group that researches, learns and performs dances from the 18th century up to the Civil War era. The group was formed because of the need for historic re-enactment during the Lewis and Clark Bicentennial celebration in 2004, and has stayed together since. They dance at events around St. Louis, but also rehearse for the sheer joy of dancing.

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[AtheneBelle]

KETC, is this group still around? I've tried to find them online and I can't seem to find a contact number or webpage.

[dcutiebird2]

I have been nominated as the "caller" for dances we have done, I would LOVE to be able to teach more dances. From all times. Is there a way that you could get me steps and let me know what music goes best with it? This November we are hoping to do a Civil War Ball. Your viedo was vary neat thanks for sharing. :D

[gemslive]

Wonderful interview and performances!

[tallercaller]

A great examination of a sub-set of the whole folk dance scene, of which the popular Contra dance is maybe the most prevalent mode. If you do Contra, think of 'de-tuning' your moves in order to fit in with this style. I'd like to see a follow-up by KETC at a larger event, say an evening of dance. Thanks to those who've kept the movement alive.