Phenomenon of Virtuality in Hungarian Folk-Stage Dance through the Prism of the Problem of Creating Performing Expression

Abstract

The purpose of the article is to identify the features of the manifestation of virtuosity as a phenomenon of choreographic art in the context of the specifics of creating performing expression in Hungarian folk-stage dance. Research methodology. The typological method was applied, aimed to identify local features of Hungarian folk-stage dance. The historical and cultural method contributed to the clarification of the process of formation of Hungarian folk-stage dance in the 1930s–1970s. The method of analysis and synthesis, the method of systemic analysis and the method of theoretical analysis helped to consider the problem of virtuosity in Hungarian folk-stage dance through the prism of the features of the process of creating performing expression. Scientific novelty. The problem of virtuosity in Hungarian folk stage dance is considered. Information on the formation of Hungarian folk stage dance in a historical retrospective is specified. The main characteristics of Hungarian folk stage dance in the context of the issue of virtuoso performance are summarised. Some aspects of creating performing expressiveness in Hungarian folk stage dance by means of forming mental strategies and imagery are investigated. Conclusions. The unique rhythmic pattern, vocabulary of increased complexity, active footwork, various jumps, squats, work with props (sticks, sabres, whips, axes), which are characteristic of Hungarian folk stage dance, a priori make virtuosity one of the necessary professional characteristics of the performer, which is enhanced by the importance of creating a bright spectacle of the choreographic production, giving the performance artistic and figurative expressiveness, the necessary expression, confident expression of choreographic content. The development of virtuoso skills in Hungarian folk stage dance is a complex multifaceted process that includes the development of physical endurance, performance technique, speed and agility, which is associated with motor skills, as well as the formation of mental strategies and imagery.