Literature and Dance

By Dr Lynsey McCulluch, Coventry University

Description

The relationship between literature and dance has a long and fascinating history. This playlist offers a selection of films and TV recordings charting this history, including dance adaptations of literary works ranging from West Side Story to Alice's Adventures in Wonderland.

Curator

Dr Lynsey McCulluch, Coventry University

Subject

English Literature, Dance Studies

Keywords

ballet; contemporary dance; musical theatre; adaptation; writing; choreography.