I was surprised that the idea of incorporating Euclidean proofs into dance was done so effectively. I think it worked and it showed how these ideas can be presented by our bodies and nature. I also found it surprising that the article mentioned how math can be seen in the two dimensions of time and space. Dance and math catches the attention of the viewer in a presentation that is temporary and easily missed if you aren't paying attention.
If the activity, "dancing Euclidean proofs", was used in a high school classroom, I think it would be surprising for many students. I think it is very different from what most math classrooms are doing and that could attract the attention of students. Through teaching, I found that doing out of the ordinary activities make things stick better.
I believe it would work best in small groups in a class where students are comfortable with each other. In classes that have more students who do not know each other well could see lower participation and engagement in the activity.
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