The Torch Dance
Jan 01, 1909 · 2m
Overview
A newly discovered film showing Tamara Karsavina dancing Mikhail Fokine’s ‘La Danse du Flambeau’ (‘The Torch Dance’). This performance was filmed in 1909. Tamara Karsavina’s shoes are not reinforced at the tip like today’s pointe shoes; she may have had cotton or wool stuffed into the toes of her shoes. (https://nycdancestuff.wordpress.com/2013/08/01/tamara-karsavina-michel-fokines-la-danse-du-flambeau-1909/)
Cast of The Torch Dance
About The Torch Dance
What is The Torch Dance about?
A newly discovered film showing Tamara Karsavina dancing Mikhail Fokine’s ‘La Danse du Flambeau’ (‘The Torch Dance’). This performance was filmed in 1909. Tamara Karsavina’s shoes are not reinforced at the tip like today’s pointe shoes; she may have had cotton or wool stuffed into the toes of her shoes…
When was The Torch Dance released?
The Torch Dance was released on January 1, 1909.
How long is The Torch Dance?
The Torch Dance runs 2 minutes.
Who is in the cast of The Torch Dance?
The cast of The Torch Dance includes Tamara Karsavina.