Expressiveness in the performative art of choreography as an integral part of national dance culture

The article analyzes theoretical studies in the field of choreographic art and examines the small number of works devoted to expressiveness and the methods of its development. The main purpose of this publication is to describe expressiveness, one of the main professional competencies of a dancer. The concept of expressiveness is revealed through its definition in various types of art, cultural studies, and philosophy; and the describes the components of expressiveness of performance in classical dance classes. Ballet doesn’t use words as expressive means, but alternative possibilities are available for the non-verbal transfer of meaning. Expressiveness is closely connected to musicality. The article describes the significance of studying literature on dance for a ballet dancer’s personal development. Empathy promotes the development of dancers’ emotional-cognitive area that underlies expressiveness.