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Title
Chinese stilt dance
Subject
cultural dance
Description
It is a popular traditional performance art for the Han ethnic people, especially in Northern China. The shows are performed by stilt walkers who each have 2 long stilts tied to their feet, making them taller than everyone else around them. The spectacle is especially a delight for children and families. These performances can usually be seen during important festivals and events such as the Spring Festival and the Lantern Festival.
Date
722-481 B.C.
Contributor
Han people
Relation
stilt
Format
cultural medium
Type
dance
Chinese Cultural Dance Item Type Metadata
orignal date
722B.C.
Popular Time
722-481 B.C.
Stylistic Origins
Han Dynasty
Culture Origins
Han Dynasty
Main Participants
Chinese
Purpose
Celebration
Dress Code
cultural dress or pants with stilts
Typical Instruments
stilts
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