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Lion Dance

Probably the most well known acrobatic dance in Chinese history.  The Lion Dance was first recorded in the Tang Dynasty where a great festival was held at the Emperor's palace and folks wore mask and costumes of animals.  The lion is always led by a small person dressed as a child.  It is said that the lion dance is actually a symbolic prayer  for peace on earth when a small child can play with the beast without fear.  Therefore, the lion dance is always performed in the New Year Festival.

6 minutes

3 dancers

 

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