Life in Motion: Challenging Self and Exceeding Limits Through Dance
Offered By: TEDx via YouTube
Course Description
Overview
Embark on an inspiring journey through dance with two renowned Popping artists in this TEDxShanghai talk. Explore the transformative power of challenging oneself and exceeding limits as Acky北村彰英, a Japanese Popping pioneer with 26 years of experience, and DA.SWITCH电门, captain of China's top Popping team OUROBOROS CREW, share their personal stories. Discover how these dancers learned Popping from scratch, overcame adversity, and persevered to achieve success in the competitive world of street dance. Gain insights into the cultural exchange between China and Japan through dance, and learn about the speakers' efforts to nurture new talent and unite the global Popping community. Witness the impact of dedication and passion as these accomplished artists recount their experiences, from winning international competitions to appearing on popular TV shows, demonstrating how pushing boundaries in dance can lead to personal growth and cultural understanding.
Syllabus
Life in Motion: Challenging Self, Exceeding Limits | Acky北村彰英& DA.SWITCH电门 | TEDxShanghai
Taught by
TEDx
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