Teach Me to Dance
1978
28 min
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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.
Details
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.
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directorAnne Wheeler
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producerVladimir ValentaJohn Howe
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executive producerRoman Kroitor
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screenplayMyrna Kostash
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cameraSavas Kalogeras
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soundHans Oomes
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editingIon Webster
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sound editingAndré Galbrand
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re-recordingHans Peter Strobl
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musicMaurice Marshall
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castNadia OstashewskiChristine LilgeJohn PichlykHeather MacCallum
Education
Ages 10 to 14
Diversity - Diversity in Communities
Health/Personal Development - Bullying & Discrimination
History - Canada 1867-1914
History and Citizenship Education - Culture and Currents of Thought (1500-present)
Study policies on Multiculturalism in Canada, including immigration / assimilation practices. How have they changed since the time of the film? Research Ukrainian culture, perform a dance, create music / art in Ukrainian style. Discuss whether immigrants should continue practicing their traditions and customs – why/why not? Identify bullying and discrimination in the film. How would you react if you were Lesia/ Sarah? Why is it easier for Lesia and Sarah to overlook their different backgrounds?
