www.liondancing.org :: Index - 0 views
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Konrad Aderer on 23 Sep 10community website
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Years of the Dragons (Denny Lee, NY Times) - 0 views
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May 2003 article on gang & tong history in Manhattan Chinatown including On Leong
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highlights On Leong lion dancers return to Lunar New Year celebration after a hiatus. Do they still have lion dancers for 2010-2011?
From VOICES: Folk Photography by Martha Cooper (Chinese New Year) - 0 views
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Martha Cooper & Madeline Slovenz on Chinese New Year & lion dancing
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summarizes their work, try to find their writings
"The Lion Dance: Tradition and Symbolism" text with photos by Glen Doyle (?) - 0 views
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The lion dance has been part of the Chinese culture for thousands of years and is performed on auspicious occasions such as weddings, store openings, and various festivals and celebrations. The lion, a symbol of power, wisdom, and good fortune, chases away evil spirits and brings hapiness, longevity, and good luck. The lion dance is also performed at many business locations during the Chinese New Year's Celebration for the lion brings prosperity and good luck to the business for the upcoming year.
Essay (General) on The Lion Dance - 0 views
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Lion dancing has long been associated with kung fu, an association that dates back to the Ching dynasty, when revolutionary martial artists used the dance as a secret means of communication. Under the guise of celebration, revolutionary martial artists traveled from village to village performing the lion dance.
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looks like informative article; the website wants $65 for it though.
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