‘Langarm’ dancing is a proud tradition
Judging by the number of people that attended, there is still a strong attraction to this form of dancing which appeals to all age groups.
‘Langarm’ dancing has a rich history and was used as a form of recreation and entertainment in the Cape during the colonial period. Greatly influenced by many styles of dance and music over time, the Langarm became increasingly popular in South Africa.
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In keeping with this rich tradition, patrons at Van’s Roadhouse in Margate enjoyed a wonderful evening of langarm dancing last Saturday.
Judging by the number of people that attended, there is still a strong attraction to this form of dancing which appeals to all age groups.
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Hannes Jacobs said these langarm dancing events provide social interaction for the community in a fun and civil environment.
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“What makes langarm dancing distinctly different from classic ballroom dancing is that it is more than just a dance form. It is a cultural phenomenon; a social experience; a competitive sport and it even defines a genre of music which by the late 1970s and 1980s had developed an unmistakable sound that people refer to as langarm music,” explained Mr Jacobs.
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