Morris Dancing at Chittenango Landing

NOTE: Dancing will start AROUND 11:30. The dancers are performing in many venues each day, so their schedule must be somewhat flexible. Luckily, there's lots to see and do at Chittenango Landing!

Now, what is morris dancing?

Morris dancing is an English country tradition, with roots in medieval street theatre.

The American Travelling Morrice continues this tradition for a week each summer, bringing the morris dance to a new geographical region.

A morris “stand” is a colorful spectacle indeed. The dancers, with small bells strapped to their legs, leap through complex figures accompanied by the music of the accordion, fiddle, or the ancient pipe and tabor. Directing the proceedings with comical grace is the all-licensed Fool, whose antics amuse the onlookers and harass the dancers. Moreover, it was thought in ancient times that morris dancing brought good luck and prosperity to the community.

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