Author(s)

Ansheng Shen ¹, Jinkun Wang ¹

Affiliation(s)

¹ College of Art, Yunnan Normal University, Kunming, 650500, China

Corresponding Author

Ansheng Shen

ABSTRACT

The purpose of this paper is to explore the cultural connotation of Kinnara dance under the background of Dai culture. Through the in-depth analysis of the historical origin, dance characteristics, religious functions, inheritance and development in contemporary society, this paper reveals its unique position and influence in the Dai cultural circle.By combining the methods of literature and field investigation, the paper systematically sorted out the origin, evolution and the close relationship between Kinnara dance and Dai ethnic group . Kinnara is not only a form of artistic expression, but also an important part of the Dai belief system. Therefore, this paper discusses how Kinnara can maintain its cultural continuity and vitality through innovation and adaptation in the process of modernization. It is of great significance to promote the protection and development of ethnic group culture.

KEYWORDS

Dai ethnic group dance; Tight naro dance; Artistic characteristics

CITE THIS PAPER

Ansheng Shen, Jinkun Wang, The image of the divine bird in the dance of Dai ethnic group: the historical origin and artistic characteristics of the Kinnara Dance. Art and Performance Letters (2024) Vol. 5: 52-57. DOI: http://dx.doi.org/10.23977/artpl.2024.050408.

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