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This document details the historical role of women in North-West Morris dancing, highlighting significant female participation from the late 19th century. Post-WWI, due to fewer male dancers, women’s involvement increased, leading to the evolution of traditional Morris dance into modern carnival style.
Author: Chas Marshall
Publication date: 1988
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The document “Women and the North-West Morris Dance” by Chas Marshall explores the historical involvement of women in North-West Morris dancing, particularly in Cheshire and Lancashire. Initially believed to be a male-dominated tradition, evidence reveals significant female participation as early as the late 19th and early 20th centuries. This involvement increased notably post-World War I due to the shortage of male dancers. The text highlights the evolution of Morris dance styles through community festivals and competitions, showcasing the transition from traditional to more modern, carnival-style performances. Notable contributions to the dance’s revival in the 1920s are also discussed.
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Chas Marshall.
Women and the North West Morris Dance: A Brief Sketch,
Morris Federation,
1988
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The document “Women and the North-West Morris Dance” by Chas Marshall explores the historical involvement of women in North-West Morris dancing, particularly in Cheshire and Lancashire. Initially believed to be a male-dominated tradition, evidence reveals significant female participation as early as the late 19th and early 20th centuries. This involvement increased notably post-World War I due to the shortage of male dancers. The text highlights the evolution of Morris dance styles through community festivals and competitions, showcasing the transition from traditional to more modern, carnival-style performances. Notable contributions to the dance’s revival in the 1920s are also discussed.
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