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  2. Acrobatics - Wikipedia

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    In China, acrobatics have been a part of the culture since the Tang dynasty (618–907). Acrobatics were part of village harvest festivals. [3] During the Tang dynasty, acrobatics saw much the same sort of development as European acrobatics saw during the Middle Ages, with court displays during the 7th through 10th century dominating the ...

  3. List of acrobatic activities - Wikipedia

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    It has a long tradition in various countries and is commonly associated with the circus. Trampolining – Recreational activity, acrobatic training tool as well as a competitive Olympic sport in which athletes perform acrobatics while bouncing on a trampoline.

  4. Chinese variety art - Wikipedia

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    A grand acrobatic show was held by Emperor Wu of Han in 108 BC for foreign guests. [4] The performances became more elaborate and during the Tang dynasty (618–907 AD), the performing arts became popular in the emperor's court, and the acts became more refined. Eventually, the performing arts lost favor in the Imperial Court; they moved back ...

  5. The Acrobats - Wikipedia

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    Wheareas the anatomy of the terracotta warriors is rather uncertain under their bulky uniforms, the acrobats on the contrary display many details of human anatomy which had never been shown in Far Eastern art traditions: the proportions of the body are accurate, the musculature appears bulging under the skin, the ribs appear along the flanks ...

  6. Capoeira - Wikipedia

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    This practice of appeasement and seeking divine assistance from the gods is mirrored in the capoeira tradition of kneeling before the berimbau during the ladainha. [51] African martial arts naturally take the form of dance. In Bantu culture, dance is an integral part of daily life, encompassing song, music, movements, and rituals.

  7. List of circuses and circus owners - Wikipedia

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    Wuqiao Acrobatics World [234] China Active 1993-present Yano Circus Japan Defunct 1916–1996 Yaroslavl State Circus [235] Russia Active 1937-1943; 1963–present Yekaterinburg Circus: Russia Under renovation 1980–2023 Zippos Circus [236] United Kingdom Active 1986–present Zirka Circus [237] New Zealand Zoppé Family Circus [238]

  8. Adagio (acrobatics) - Wikipedia

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    Adagio swan, performed by an acro dance duo Adagio stag shoulder stand. Adagio is the performance of partner acrobalance poses and associated movements that involve stationary balances by a pair of performers.

  9. Category:Acrobatic sports - Wikipedia

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    Pages in category "Acrobatic sports" The following 19 pages are in this category, out of 19 total. This list may not reflect recent changes. ...