Shocking many when it was first introduced, the waltz became fashionable in Vienna around the 1780s, spreading to many other countries in the years to follow.

How did the waltz become popular?

One of the major causes for the popularity rise of ¾ time waltz was phenomenal music creations of Johann Strauss and Franz Lanner. ... During the time of First World War, waltz dance routines become much more relaxed, with dancers dancing much closer to each other than before.

When did the ballroom become more popular?

By 1840, the Polka, Mazurka, and Schottische emerged. In the early 20th century, ballroom dancing experienced massive popularity in the US with the extremely successful dancing of Fred Astaire and Ginger Rogers.