Summary: Series 12 Issue 1
Published: Spring 2003
Editor: Andrew Kennedy
Featured in this issue:
This issue announces the International Sword Spectacular Festival returning to Whitby in May 2004, featuring dancing, workshops, and performances. Dr. E.C. Cawte received the EFDSS Gold Badge in 2002. Historical sword dancing traditions are discussed, highlighting contributions by figures like Rolf Gardiner. Reports on recent sword dancing events such as DERT 2002 and various Christmas and New Year celebrations are included. The Dithmarscher Schwertertänzer from Germany are highlighted as potential participants in the upcoming festival. The importance of maintaining traditional elements while allowing for evolution in sword dancing is emphasized.
The featured sides include the Goathland Ploughstots, Sallyport Swords, and Kingsmen, who are instrumental in organizing and participating in the International Sword Spectacular Festival. The North British, Mrs Postlethwaite’s Vegetable, Broadwood Mummers, and Udimore Bellringers were involved in the Plough Saturday tour. The White Star Sword team continues their annual tradition despite not dancing regularly. The Biggar Siguisers have revived their local mummers’ play, while the Redcar Sword Dancers and East Saxon Swords showcased their talents at the EFDSS Carols and Customs Concert. The Belmont’s Sexy Sword Squad and Southport Swords, along with Shorn the Sheep Rapper, participated in midwinter and Hogmanay celebrations, maintaining the rich tradition of sword dancing.
The International Sword Spectacular Festival, set to take place in Whitby in May 2004, promises a vibrant display of sword dancing with international and home sides participating. The EFDSS Gold Badge presentation to Dr. E.C. Cawte highlighted his significant contributions to the field. DERT 2002, hosted at Kelham Island Museum in Sheffield, was a major event featuring numerous teams and competitions, celebrating the centenary of Tyzack swords. Christmas and New Year celebrations included the traditional Plough Saturday tour, Hogmanay festivities with the Biggar Siguisers, and the EFDSS Carols and Customs Concert at Cecil Sharp House, showcasing various sword dances and mummers’ plays, ensuring the continuation and evolution of these cultural traditions.
#Editor:
Andrew Kennedy
#Citation:
Rattle Up My Boys (RUMB),
12(1), Spring 2003
https://www.morrisfed.org.uk/magazines/rumb/series-12-issue-01/
#rattleupmyboys #rattleupmyboys_s12.1
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