Mask Dance

Mask Dance has a long history in the world culture. It is believed that the dancers could get the magic power via wearing masks and taking on various roles.

They dance to relieve stress, bid good fortune for the onlookers and bring the whole community together. Their dances also tell us about history and fantasy.

Mask dance can be found everywhere in the world. Nowadays, it has become an important art form.

Nuo dance 1 (Jiangxi province, China)

Nuo dance 2 (Jiangxi province, China)

Nuo dance 3 (Jiangxi province, China)

Sorcerer's Dance 1 (Tibet, China)

Sorcerer's Dance 2 (Tibet, China)

Sorcerer's Dance 3 (Tibet, China)

Nōgaku 1 (Japan)

Nōgaku 2 (Japan)

Korean Mask Dance

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