Teach Me to Dance (1979)
In this drama, Lesia convinces her English-Canadian friend Sarah to perform a Ukrainian dance with her as part of their school's Christmas pageant. Sarah's father, angry at the growing number of Ukrainian settlers, won't allow his daughter to participate. Despite the prejudices of their parents, the girls' friendship remains strong, and they meet in Sarah's barn to celebrate Christmas Day together. Part of the Adventures in History series.
Director: Anne Wheeler
Genre: Family, Drama
Runtime: 29 min
Release Date: December 15, 1979
Cast
- Nadia Ostashewski - Lesia
- Christine Lilge - Sarah
- Ivan Horsky - Mr. Ewasiuk
- Lilea Wolansky - Mrs. Ewasiuk
- John Pichlyk - Paul
- Ace Irwin - Jimmy
- Heather Lea MacCallum - Miss Jamieson
- Bill Mielen - Mr. Evans
Screenplay
Music: Mo Marshall
Cinematography: Savas Kalogeras
Editing: Ion Webster
Production: ONF | NFB
Country: Canada
Language: English, Український
Original Language: en
Keywords
canada, short film
More Films by Director: Anne Wheeler
Frequently Asked Questions
- What is Teach Me to Dance about?
- In this drama, Lesia convinces her English-Canadian friend Sarah to perform a Ukrainian dance with her as part of their school's Christmas pageant. Sarah's father, angry at the growing number of Ukrainian settlers, won't allow his daughter to participate. Despite the prejudices of their parents, the girls' friendship remains strong, and they meet in Sarah's barn to celebrate Christmas Day together. Part of the Adventures in History series.
- Who directed Teach Me to Dance?
- Teach Me to Dance was directed by Anne Wheeler.
- Who stars in Teach Me to Dance?
- Teach Me to Dance stars Nadia Ostashewski, Christine Lilge, Ivan Horsky, Lilea Wolansky, John Pichlyk, Ace Irwin.
- How long is Teach Me to Dance?
- Teach Me to Dance has a runtime of 29m (29 minutes).
- What genre is Teach Me to Dance?
- Teach Me to Dance is a Family, Drama film.
- Where was Teach Me to Dance produced?
- Teach Me to Dance was produced in Canada.