Summary: Series 17 Issue 4
Published: Winter 2008
Editor: Andrew Kennedy
Featured in this issue:
This issue highlights various sword dance events and features. It covers the Handsworth Sword Dancers’ upcoming Sword Dance Union longsword tournament in Sheffield on 17 October 2009, emphasizing different dance categories. A detailed history of the Grenoside sword dance tradition is provided, recounting its industrial past and festive present. The magazine also documents educational efforts like the Sword Spectacular Education Project aimed at teaching sword dancing to younger generations. Various local and international sword dance teams are showcased, reflecting the rich heritage and vibrant community surrounding this traditional dance form.
The issue features various sword dance teams, including Handsworth Sword Dancers, Grenoside Sword Dancers, Spen Valley Longsword, Goathland Ploughstots, Sullivan’s Sword, Kirkburton Rapier Dancers, Barnsley Longsword Dancers, and the High Melton Sword Dancers.
Handsworth Sword Dancers will host the Sword Dance Union longsword tournament in Sheffield city centre on 17 October 2009. The Grenoside Sword Dance takes place every Boxing Day in Grenoside, near Sheffield. The Moor and Coast Festival in Whitby featured the Spen Valley Longsword, Goathland Ploughstots, and Sullivan’s Sword. Additionally, the Haxby Community primary school in York hosted the Sword Spectacular Education Project, promoting sword dancing among younger students. The Hastings Jack in the Green Festival saw participation from the North British Sword company and visitors from Tongeren, Belgium.
#Editor:
Andrew Kennedy
#Citation:
Rattle Up My Boys (RUMB),
17(4), Winter 2008
https://www.morrisfed.org.uk/magazines/rumb/series-17-issue-04/
#rattleupmyboys #rattleupmyboys_s17.4
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