👉 Bistoury, also known as a tripartite, is a dance form that originated in France in the 17th century. It involves three different elements in a single performance: the dancer's body, their partner's body, and an audience member's body. The term "bistoury" comes from the Latin word "bis," meaning two parts, and "tour," which means part or part of something. In this context, it refers to a dance that involves
