Why do we bow after a performance? Where does this tradition come from? For how long has performers been doing this?
Maybe there is some sort of interesting anecdote about this.
Why do we bow after a performance? Where does this tradition come from? For how long has performers been doing this?
Maybe there is some sort of interesting anecdote about this.
"Bowing was originally a gesture (a movement of the body) which showed deep respect for someone."
After a performance, bowing is basically a sign of respect to the audience, for listening and potentially clapping.
More about bowing here.