How Do You Perform A Chinese New Year Lion Dance?
The Chinese Lion Dance originated in China thousands of years ago, with one version springing from northern China and another from the south. Performing a traditional lion dance requires exceptional training and skill in Kung Fu. Chinese lion dances are done during Chinese New Year and at celebrations, such as weddings. Gather the instruments necessary to complete the Chinese Lion Dance, including the drum, cymbals and a gong. Purchase the lion, consisting of the lion head and tail. Or make your own costume. Select a story for the performance and coordinate movements and expressions with the story. Integrate the eight expressions, including happiness, anger, intoxication, rest, surprise, suspicion, ecstasy and mischievousness. Move the lion according to the dance style. Northern lions use their legs to jump around as they play with items, including balls or sticks. Southern lions move their heads more intensely in rhythm with the instruments. Beat the drum in rhythm to the lion’s movem
