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Wild Misconceptions About the 1970s

Were the '70s really the height of disco, punk, and the sexual revolution? Host Justin Dodd investigates in this episode of “Misconceptions."

Top 10 Decade Defining Dance Moves of the 1990s

Watch These Dance Moves That Defined the ’90s

From the Humpty Dance to the Macarena, these moves were mainstays of ’90s dance floors.

The Royal Ballet's Steven McRae and Roberta Marquez as the Prince and the Sugar Plum Fairy in 2012.

8 Magical Facts About ‘The Nutcracker’

Peek behind the curtains of ‘The Nutcracker,’ Tchaikovsky’s famous Yuletide ballet.

Britney Spears performing at the 2001 MTV Video Music Awards.

12 Surprising Facts About Britney Spears

Britney Spears’s songs, music videos, and live performances defined an era and inspired an entire generation of future pop stars.

The Backstreet Boys in a late ’90s portrait session.

“I Want It That Way”: How Max Martin’s ‘Melodic Math’ Led to This Enduring (and Confusing) Backstreet Boys Hit

The Backstreet Boys’ 1999 smash “I Want It That Way,” which celebrates its 25th anniversary in April 2024, is among the definitive songs—if not the definitive song—of the ’90s teen-pop explosion.

Elaine's Unfortunate Dancing on 'Seinfeld' Was Inspired By a Television Legend

Could anyone dance that horribly in real life? Yes.

Bird's Impressive Courtship Dance Moves Fail to Impress Partner

Female Bird Unimpressed by Male’s Overzealous Tap Dance

A safari group in South Africa witnessed one bird’s epic failure to woo a female.

A game-winning drive calls for a big celebration.

Taking the Leap: 11 of the Best Signature Touchdown Celebrations in NFL History

Bust a move on the gridiron with these iconic touchdown celebrations from NFL history, including Homer Jones’ first-ever end zone spike and more.

7 Facts About Polka Dots

The pattern is named after the European dance craze, but what exactly the dots have to do with polka is a bit of a mystery.

Paris is Burning | ‘Come On, Vogue’ (HD) - Willi Ninja | MIRAMAX

7 Facts About Willi Ninja, the Grandfather of Vogue

Famed choreographer Willi Ninja's pioneering dance moves and gender-fluid style had a lasting influence on music and fashion, which still persists to this day.

Before there was Mark Wahlberg, there was Marky Mark.

Beyond Jane Fonda: 18 Lesser Known Celebrity Workout Videos

You already know about Jane Fonda's Workout—but what about Mark Wahlberg's 'Form... Focus... Fitness'?

Footloose Warehouse Dance with Realistic Audio - (No Music)

‘Footloose’ Without Music Is As Awkward As You’d Expect

The warehouse dance scene from ‘Footloose’ takes on a different tone with realistic audio.

This ’80s Movie Montage Features the Decade’s Best Dance Scenes

Kevin Bacon fought for our right to party, but he wasn’t the only one.

Big Bad Voodoo Daddy performs during the halftime show at 1999's Super Bowl XXXIII in Miami.

Flipping Out: Revisiting the 1990s Swing Revival

In the late ’90s, young people across America fell hard for swing, a musical genre that hadn’t been popular since before their parents were born.

When Christopher Walken Danced to 'Weapon of Choice'

Get the history behind Christopher Walken's dance moves in the 2001 music video 'Weapon of Choice.'

Footloose: The Dance Dance Revolution Craze of the 2000s

In 1998, Konami unveiled 'Dance Dance Revolution,' and embarrassing yourself in public became one of the coolest trends around.

John C. Reilly performing at the 4th Annual S.T.A.G.E. Event in 2003.

How John C. Reilly’s Own Tramp Clown History Inspired His Chicago Performance

The 2002 ‘Chicago’ movie gave us a John C. Reilly we’d never seen before. But members of his childhood church probably weren’t surprised.

All That Glitters: A History of the Disco Ball

Before the disco ball was part of 1970s dance culture, it was the hottest thing the 1897 Charlestown electrician's union had ever seen.

We apologize in advance for getting "Macarena" stuck in your head.

When Macarena Ruled the World in 1996

Los del Río's “Macarena” became the second longest-running number one in Billboard history, shifted 14 million copies, and sparked a dance craze that spread everywhere from the Olympics to the Democratic National Convention.

Rhythmic gymnast Laura Zeng competes for the U.S. at the 2016 Olympic Games in Rio de Janeiro.

Artistic vs. Rhythmic Gymnastics: What’s the Difference?

Rhythmic gymnastics is all about ribbons and balls, while artistic gymnastics is all about flips and tricks. But there’s a little more to it than that.

The lion dance is a traditional part of Lunar New Year celebrations.

9 Fierce Facts About the Lion Dance

Each winter at the turn of the lunar calendar, the lion dancers put on a lively performance, gamboling about to the beat of pounding drums and crashing cymbals in dazzling spectacle meant to bring luck and prosperity.

"Would you be so kind as to pencil me in for a polka?"

My Dance Card Is Full: The “I Would If I Could” of Victorian Ball Etiquette

The Victorian era gave rise to puffy gowns, dance cards, and a fun new phrase for getting out of a date.

Amanda Schull was new to the screen when she starred in this beloved dance film.

20 Showstopping Facts About ‘Center Stage’

Did the cast of ‘Center Stage’ really ride through Times Square in a limo? Also, whose idea was it to put a motorcycle onstage?

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15 Fascinating Facts About Bob Fosse

FX’s ‘Fosse/Verdon’ has captivated viewers with its behind-the-scenes look at the careers of Bob Fosse and Gwen Verdon, but there’s always more to know.