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Lion dance (traditional Chinese: 舞獅; simplified Chinese: 舞狮; pinyin: wǔshī) is a form of traditional dance in Chinese culture and other Asian countries in which performers mimic a lion's movements in a lion costume to bring good luck and fortune.
Lion dance ( 舞獅) is a form of traditional dance in Chinese culture and other Asian countries in which performers mimic a lion's movements in a lion costume to bring good luck and fortune....
Chinese lion dances are performed by two "dancers" in a lion costume, rather like a pantomime horse. The performers become the body of the lion: the one in front is the head and front limbs, the one behind is the back and hind legs.
Lion dance (Simplified Chinese: 舞狮; Traditional Chinese: 舞獅; pinyin: wǔshī) is a form of traditional dance in Chinese culture, in which performers in a colorful, articulate lion costume create a ritualized and stylized dance for entertainment and spiritual purposes.
The Lion Dance involves performers dressed in a lion costume, often consisting of a vibrant lion head and a long, colorful lion body. The lion is operated by two or more performers who mimic the movements of a lion while inside the costume.
Based on kung fu techniques, the lion dance is rooted in both discipline and form. But bringing the playful lion to life requires a degree of artistry and playacting.
The Lion Dance can seem like a strange Chinese traditional folk dance to many people outside China, but the colourful custom is not only entertaining but als...
Chinese Lion Dance at the Museum Volkenkunde Leiden, the Netherlands, 22-4-2012...more. ...more.
A staple at Chinese New Year and cultural celebrations, lion dance is a traditional dance performance that dates back to the Qin Dynasty. Learn about the origins of lion dance and the various regional styles.
Discover the meaning, costumes, and diverse styles of the traditional Chinese Lion Dance, a symbol of prosperity and cultural heritage.