Lenso Dance From Maluku



Lenso dance, one of the traditional dances from the Maluku region. This dance is a dance performed by the female dancers by using a handkerchief or shawl as a characteristic and attributes dance. Lenso dance is one of the most famous traditional dances in Maluku and is often featured in various events that are custom, entertainment, and cultural art performances.

Historically, Lenso Dance has been around since the Portuguese came to Maluku. It is said that this dance was once a dance that comes from the Portuguese, then developed and adapted to the culture of local communities there. After the Portuguese left the Moluccas, this dance continued to be danced by the people there, until it became a tradition and developed as it is today.

In Maluku, Lenso dance is usually more functioned as a welcome dance. This dance can be interpreted as a welcome expression and a sense of joy in welcoming the guest. This can be seen from his gentle dance expression and movement, depicting politeness, respect, and acceptance with sincere love.


In its development, Lenso Dance is still preserved and developed until now. Various creations and variations are also often added in every show to make it look interesting, but it does not eliminate the characteristics and also its authenticity. Lenso dance is also still often performed in various traditional events such as weddings, greetings, festivals and on other custom occasions. In addition, Lenso dance is often displayed in various cultural events such as art performances, cultural festivals, as well as tourism promotion.

Source : 
http://www.negerikuindonesia.com/2015/11/tari-lenso-tarian-tradisional-dari.html
http://www.kamerabudaya.com/2016/11/tari-lenso-tarian-tradisional-dari-provinsi-maluku.html

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