The first book from the new Joey Yap Cultural Series

Despite its popularity as a form of cultural entertainment and competitive sport, the Lion Dance has a mystical aspect which is often not told and it is only known by the most traditional masters of the art. Now, for the first time, Joey Yap’s The Art of Lion Dance will lift the veil and bring to light the metaphysical elements, rich cultural history and symbolism behind the ancient dance.

What You`ll Learn
Explore the folklore and development of the Lion Dance through many periods of Chinese History.
Find out about the many different components that come together to create a Lion Dance performance.
Learn about how the Lion Dance is used to usher in good fortune and dispel negative energies.
Discover the metaphysical aspects of the Lion Dance and how Qi Men Dun Jia is incorporated to activate positive energies or negate ill fortunes.
Get to know the significance and purpose behind the steps and various symbolic formations of a Lion Dance performance.

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