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Dragon Lantern Dance zhoujing(周静) Introduction

Dragon lantern dance,a traditional dance originating from China,possess a profound folk cultural background.It is not only a significant marker of Chinese culture but also widely disseminated among global Chinese communities,serving as an essential link connecting the cultures of Chinese people from different countries and regions.This article discusses the origins and development,the craftsmanship and techniques,artistic expressions,modern adaptations,and future prospects of dragon dance lanterns,emphasizing its role in preserving Chinese cultural traditions and its impact on contemporary performing arts.

Origins and Development

The history of dragon dance lanterns can be traced back to ancient times,with legends suggesting similar forms of expression during the Yellow Emperor period.As time progressed,detailed written records of dragon dance lanterns appeared during the Han and Sui dynasties.By the Tang dynasty,the dance had fully developed,largely detaching from its original religious rituals and closely integrating with folk festivals and celebrations,becoming an integral part of festival culture.This dance is typically held during festivals such as the Spring Festival,Lantern Festival,lantern fairs,and temple fairs,symbolizing auspiciousness and harvest,and is a vital component of Chinese ethnic festival culture.( NetEase News)

Craftsmanship and Techniques

The"dragon lantern"consists of three parts:the dragon head,dragon body,and dragon tail.The main materials for making the dragon head and tail are bamboo,wood,paper,and cloth.For the dragon head,some are made with paper,while others are woven with bamboo.Paper dragon heads are made by first creating a mold,applying glue to the paper,and then pasting it onto the mold.After pasting about ten layers of paper and allowing it to dry,the paper is cut open to remove the mold,and then it is joined together.Finally,it is painted with colors,decorated with hemp and wire for the whiskers,and the eyes are either made fiery or simply fitted with dragon eyes.Some dragon heads are woven with bamboo and wire,covered with sand cloth,and equipped with eyes and whiskers.The dragon tail is made in the same way.The dragon body is made with bamboo strips and wire,forming circles that are each attached to a four-foot-long dance stick,then wrapped in cloth and painted with dragon scales.The colors of the dragon are mainly green,yellow,gold,and black,with lengths varying from 12 to 13 sections,depending on whether it is a leap year.This folk tradition has been followed by people.Each section of the dragon body is about five feet apart,and those with lanterns are called dragon lanterns(i.e.,dragon dance lanterns),while those without lanterns are called dragon dances.The decoration of the dragon is particularly particular,with high requirements for craftsmanship and artistic quality.Nowadays,the props for dragon lanterns do not need to be made by oneself,as they can be purchased in stores,and their craftsmanship is more refined and aesthetically pleasing than homemade ones.(Qingxu Folk Art · Qingxu Network)

Artistic Expression and Viewing Experience

The attire of dragon dancers and performers usually involves headscarves,silk costumes,and thin-soled martial arts boots.The colors of the clothes include red,black,blue,and more.The performance forms of dragon dance lanterns are diverse,including coiling,rolling,drilling,and running dragons,among others.Taking the dragon dance of Quzhou County in Hebei Province(Quzhou Dragon Lantern)as an example,its dragon head is made of bamboo strips,and the performance is grand in scale and unique in its varied dance methods,possessing a distinctive artistic style.In Linqing City,dragon dance lanterns are divided into five colors,representing the five directions of east,west,south,north,and center,implying the meaning of unity across the seas.During the dragon dance lantern performance,candles are lit inside the dragon head,body,and tail sections,accompanied by the sounds of gongs,drums,and horns,creating a lively atmosphere.The musical accompaniment for dragon lanterns is generally local folk gongs and drums.

Modern Adaptations and Impact

1.Skill Inheritance and Innovation:

In modern times,the skills of dragon dance lanterns have been better inherited,with some traditional techniques being improved and innovated.For example,the materials and craftsmanship for the dragon head and body have been optimized,making the dragon lanterns lighter,more durable,and durable, and easier to operate. Additionally, dragon dance lanterns have integrated modern elements, such as adding LED lights to make the lanterns more colorful and visually appealing during performance. In some places, mechanical and audio equipment have been embedded in the dragon lanterns, making the movements more lifelike and enhancing the performance effects.

2.Integration with Modern Technology:

With the development of technology, dragon dance lanterns have incorporated modern elements. For instance, LED lights have been added to make the lanterns more colorful and visually appealing. Some places have also embedded mechanical and audio equipment in the dragon lanterns, making the movements more lifelike and improving the performance effects.

3.International Dissemination:

As one of the representatives of Chinese traditional culture, dragon dance lanterns have gone global. In some international cultural exchanges and festivals, dragon dance lanterns have become important performance items, receiving and praise from overseas audiences. Dragon dance lanterns have also become an important cultural activity in overseas Chinese communities, enhancing their cultural identity and sense of belonging.（ Sichuan Observer News Retrieved on May 12, 2022）

Challenges and Future Prospects Challenge 1.Declining Popularity With the rapid development of the social economy and the acceleration of life pace, traditional culture has gradually been marginalized. As a folk art with a long history, dragon dance lanterns face inheritance dilemmas. Dragon dance lantern activities suffer from high personnel mobility, and the original characteristics are gradually disappearing. The intensity of inheritance and protection is continuously decreasing. Many dragon dance lantern teams face funding shortages, leading to operational difficulties and team member loss, exacerbating the survival crisis.Challenge

2。Skill Inheritance and Modern Impact

The inheritance and development of dragon dance lanterns are mostly passed down orally from generation to generation, without written records. As time goes by, memories fade, making it impossible to preserve them completely. Moreover, there is a severe imbalance between tradition and modernity, as well as between ethnicity and globalization in dragon dance lantern culture. Solving these issues has become an urgent task for the inheritance and protection of dragon dance lanterns. Future Prospects 1.Innovative Development:

In the future, dragon dance lantern art will pay more attention to integrating with the times, innovating performance forms and content to attract more young audiences. For example, combining modern dance and music elements, as well as using digital technology for performance choreography, can inject new vitality into traditional arts.

2.International Dissemination:

With the deepening development of globalization, dragon dance lanterns are expected to reach the world stage through cultural exchange programs, collaborating with artists from different cultural backgrounds to explore cross-cultural artistic expressions and enhance their global influence（(Qingxu Folk Art · Qingxu Network)

3.Industrial Development:

Dragon dance lantern performances can further integrate with the market economy, developing cultural products with dragon lantern characteristics to form an industrial chain. For example, hosting dragon culture festivals and developing dragon dance performance art products can attract tourists and consumers, promoting the development of related industries.

References [1] Qingxu Folk Art - Dragon Dance · Qingxu Network [2]The Birthplace of Chinese Dragon Dance is in Jinhua · Wucheng News Network · September 8, 2009 Retrieved on August 26, 2013 [3]Ancient Peach Blossom Post Station, Present Yangdian Town, Lion Dance, Stilts, Hundred Dragons Competing in Spring, Tens of Thousands Celebrate the Lantern Festival · Deyi Life [Retrieved on March 6, 2017] [4] Playing Dragon Lanterns, a Folk Sports Activity of the Tujia People · [5] Dragon Dance and Iron Flower Performance, "Dancing" Out the Traditional Taste of Gu Lin's New Year - · Sichuan Observer News Retrieved on May 12, 2022 [6]Zigong Lantern Discussion 4: Lantern Festival Folklore and Lantern Festival Customs | Colorful Lanterns · NetEase News [Retrieved on September 25, 2023]

Questions: 1.What is the historical origin of dragon dance lanterns? 2.What are the three parts that make up a dragon lantern? 3.What are some common performance forms of dragon dance lanterns? 4.What challenges does dragon dance lanterns face today?

Terminology:

Dragon dance lanterns-舞龙灯 
dispel disasters and epidemics-消灾除疫 pray for good fortune-祈求好运
Dragon handle-龙把
Gongs and drums-锣鼓号
Rolling dragon-滚龙

                                           舞龙灯

周静

介绍

‌舞龙灯是一种起源于中国的传统舞蹈，具有深厚的民俗文化背景。‌它不仅是中华文化的一个重要标志，还在全球华人社区中广泛传播，成为连接不同国家和地区华人文化的重要纽带。‌本文探讨了舞龙灯的起源与发展、龙灯的制作工艺与技巧和艺术表现形式，现代改编及未来展望。强调了它在保护中国文化传统中的作用及其对当代表演艺术的影响。

起源与发展‌ 舞龙灯的历史可以追溯到上古时代，传说在黄帝时期就已经有类似的表现形式。随着时间的发展，舞龙灯在汉代和隋代都有详细的文字记载，进入唐代，舞龙进入全面的发展，已经基本上摆脱了原始祭祀的宗教活动，民间传统的节日庆典等社会活动密切的接触起来，并成为节日庆典的重要组成部分。这种舞蹈通常在春节、元宵节、灯会、庙会等节日活动中举行，象征着吉祥和丰收，成为中华民族节日文化的重要组成部分。

制作工艺与技巧 “龙灯”由龙头、龙身、龙尾三部分组成，龙头、龙尾的主要制作材料是竹、木、纸、布等，龙头的制作，有的用纸制龙头，有的用竹编织龙头。 纸制龙头是先制一龙头模具，将麻纸一面刷上浆糊，裱糊在模具上，这样裱纸十多层，待干后，割开纸层取掉模具，然后再贴合。最后用颜色彩绘，用麻儿和铁丝制作龙须，眼睛有的制作火眼，有的只装龙眼。龙头还有的用竹子和铁丝编织的，外皮用沙布包出来，装上眼睛和龙须。龙尾也是用同样的办法制作。龙身是用竹皮和铁丝制作，将竹皮制成圆圈，每个圆圈绑一根4尺多长的舞棒，然后用布全面包起来，上面彩绘上龙麟。 龙的颜色大体有青龙、黄龙、金龙、乌龙等色，身长也不等，平年12节，闰年13节，这一民间传下来的规矩，人们一直遵循着。龙身的每节距约5尺左右，每节龙身上装置灯的叫龙灯（即舞龙灯），没有装置灯的龙叫舞龙。龙的装饰特别讲究，有较高的工艺艺术要求。龙灯的道具不用自己做了，龙头，龙身、龙尾商店里都可买到，它的制作工艺比自己做的要精致美观。 艺术表现及观赏体验  舞龙人和耍龙人的身着打扮，一般都是头扎彩布，身着绸缎彩衣服饰，脚穿薄底武生快靴。衣服的颜色有红色、黑色、蓝色等 表演形式 舞龙灯的表演形式多样，常见的有盘龙、滚龙、钻龙、跑龙等多种方式。以河北省曲周县的龙舞（曲周龙灯）为例，其龙头用竹篾编成，表演时规模宏大，舞法奇特多变，具有独特的艺术风格。在临清市，舞龙灯分为五色，代表东西南北中五个方位，蕴含四海一统的寓意。舞龙灯时，龙头、龙身、龙尾各节内点蜡烛灯，配合锣鼓号角声，营造出热闹的氛围。 龙灯的乐器伴奏一般是地方民间的锣鼓。

现代改编与影响 1.技艺传承与创新：

在现代，舞龙灯的技艺得到了更好的传承，一些传统的舞龙灯技艺得到了改良和创新，例如龙头、龙身的制作材料和工艺都得到了优化，使得龙灯更加轻便、耐用且易于操作。并且，舞龙灯也融入了现代元素。例如，在龙灯中加入LED灯光等现代化装置，使得龙灯在舞动时更加绚丽多彩，增强了观赏性。还有一些地方将机械和音响设备嵌入龙灯中，使得龙灯的动作更加生动逼真，提高了表演效果。
2.与现代科技融合：

随着科技的发展，舞龙灯也融入了现代元素。例如，在龙灯中加入LED灯光等现代化装置，使得龙灯在舞动时更加绚丽多彩，增强了观赏性。还有一些地方将机械和音响设备嵌入龙灯中，使得龙灯的动作更加生动逼真，提高了表演效果

3.国际化传播：

舞龙灯作为中国传统文化的代表之一，已经走向了世界。在一些国际文化交流和节庆活动中，舞龙灯成为了重要的表演项目，受到了海外观众的喜爱和赞誉。 舞龙灯也成为了海外华人社区的重要文化活动，增强了华人的文化认同感和归属感。

挑战与未来展望 挑战 1人气下降 随着社会经济的快速发展和生活节奏的加快，传统文化逐渐被边缘化，舞龙灯作为一项具有悠久历史的民间艺术，面临着传承困境。舞龙灯活动存在人员流动性较大的问题，原有的特色性逐渐消失，传承和保护力度不断下降。许多舞龙灯团队面临资金不足的问题，导致经营困难和队员流失，生存危机加剧。 2技艺传承及现代化冲击 舞龙灯的传承和发展多以口传身授代代相传，并无文字记载，随着时间流逝，记忆逐渐模糊，导致无法完整保留，并且舞龙灯文化在传统与现代、民族与全球之间出现了严重的失衡现象，如何解决这些问题成为舞龙灯传承与保护的当务之急。 未来展望

 1. 创新发展：
   未来的舞龙灯艺术将更加注重与时代的结合，创新表演形式和内容，吸引更多年轻观众。例如，结合现代舞蹈、音乐元素，以及利用数字技术进行表演编排，为传统艺术注入新的活力。
 2. 国际化传播：

随着全球化的深入发展，舞龙灯有望通过文化交流项目走向世界舞台，与不同文化背景的艺术家合作，探索跨文化的艺术表现形式，增强其在全球的影响力。

 3. 产业化发展：

舞龙灯表演可以进一步与市场经济相结合，开发出具有龙灯特征的文化产品，形成产业链条。例如，举办舞龙文化节、开发舞龙表演艺术产品等，吸引游客和消费者，推动相关产业的发展。

问题 1.舞龙灯的历史渊源是什么？（起源于汉朝，到唐代进入全面发展） 2龙灯由哪三部分构成？（龙头，龙身，龙尾） 3舞龙灯常见的几种表演形式有哪些？（盘龙、滚龙、钻龙、跑龙） 4.舞龙灯现在面临着哪些挑战？（人气下降及技艺传承及现代化冲击）