Boys' Dance Performances


Figure 1.--Children have worn a wide variety of costumes for dance performances. Here the boy does not seem to be wearing a costume in keeping with the girl's costume.

A variety of school theatrical or talent programs often has dance numbers. This was probably more common in the early 20th century than is the case tofay. Some dancing schools also have recitals with a variety of dance numbers. A wide range of costumes are worn for these numbers. Some photographic images are available from these performances. Unfortunately there is often little available information available on these events. Some mothers in the early 20th century saw dancing programs as an important part of a boys' cultural education. Often this was quite unpopular with the boys involved. Mothers tended to have more authority on such matters in the early 20th century. In our modern age, boys are still involved with dance programs. Mothers are still influential, but are more likely to persuade than insist. Often the boys involved have a real interest in dance.






Christopher Wagner

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