International Dance Day

International Dance Day is a worldwide event that celebrates all genres of dance. It was created by the Dance Committee of the International Theatre Institute (ITI) - the world's largest organisation for the performing arts.

It tries to encourage participation and education in dance by hosting events and festivals across the world. Likewise, it celebrates those who appreciate the value of dance .

The occasion also aims to bring together people of different cultures, and respects and understands diversity. The organisers of International Dance Day would like to make others aware of the value of dance in all its forms and share this joy with the whole world.

The World Dance Day celebrated on Noverre's birthday. The reason World Dance Day is celebrated on Noverre's birthday is that, in 1760, he published a now-famous paper, which outlined a stylistic vision and method for teaching dance.  This paper has had a lasting influence on dance, being translated into numerous languages and absorbed by dance teachers worldwide. In fact, Noverre's paper has outlasted his ballets, which haven't been performed in over two centuries.