1. a performance or activity that resembles dance but lacks traditional dance elements or structure
Usage: arts; performance

1. not involving or relating to dance

Examples

• The experimental theater piece was described as a nondance performance.
• Her nondance movement explored themes of isolation and connection.
• The festival featured both traditional ballet and contemporary nondance works.
• Students could choose between dance and nondance electives.
• The nondance portions of the show included spoken word and mime.
• Critics debated whether the abstract movements qualified as dance or nondance.