中英雙語話中國民風民俗 第167期:當今的舞獅
Modern Lion Dance
當今的舞獅The lion dance is most commonly associated with the Chinese Lunar New Year, although it is performed throughout the year at many celebrations，holidays and festivals. In the Chinese tradition, the lion dance is essential to ensure harmony and prosperity. In its early history, lion dance was performed by actors and dancers. Today , this ancient custom is mainly kept alive by martial artists from traditional Kung Fu schools. Due to numerous championships in Asia and North America，lion dancing has now reached new heights in its popularity. Traditional lion dancing has evolved into a spectator sport replaced by daredevil acrobatic feats, rivaling any circus performance. There is even a movement to include lion dance competition as an Olympic event.
舞獅是最常見的與中國農曆新年有關的慶祝活動，儘管其在一年的許多慶祝活動和節假日進行表演。在中國的傳統，舞獅是必不可少的，以確保和諧與繁榮。在其早期歷史，舞獅是由演員和舞蹈演員表演。如今，這個古老的習俗主要是由傳統的功夫學校的武術家維持。由於在亞洲和北美的很多冠軍，舞獅現在已經達到了它所普及新高度。傳統的舞獅表演已經演變成一個體育比賽被勇敢的雜技特技所取代，可媲美任何馬戲表演。甚至有一個運動，把舞獅比賽作爲奧運會的比賽項目。
