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Dancers perform choreographed or improvised movements to music or rhythm, often on stage or in studios. They train regularly to develop strength, flexibility, and technical skills in various dance styles like ballet, contemporary, hip-hop, or jazz. Dancers may perform in theatres, on film, at events, or teach others, depending on their specialisation and career path.
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Publications
Dance MagazineThe Dancer
Books
The Dancer's WayA Life in DanceDance Anatomy
Movies
Billy ElliotBlack Swan
Key Figures
Misty CopelandWayne McGregorAkram KhanAlvin Ailey
Classification
SIC Code7115, 711510The Standard Industry Code
Dewey Reference792.8, 613.71For looking up books in your local library
Synonyms
Professional DancerPerformerDance ArtistBallet Dancer
Last Updated: Thursday, May 7th, 2026
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