From Wiki: The Limbo dance originated as an event that took place at wakes in Trinidad and Tobago, and was popularized by dance pioneer Julia Edwards (known as the First Lady of Limbo) and her company, which appeared in several films, in particular “Fire Down Below” (1957), and toured internationally in the 1960s and beyond.
The origins date back to the early-middle 19th century and for many scholars, has links with the slave trade. Consistent with certain African beliefs, the game reflects the whole
cycle of life....The players move under a pole that is gradually lowered
from chest level and they emerge on the other side as their heads clear
the pole as in the triumph of life over death.
Fascinating!
ReplyDeleteThere was a local entertainer in Aruba that ended up getting under a pole balanced on two Coke bottles. 😳
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