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.
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Sign up to join this communityWhy 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.
In some areas of the world, the musicians acknowledge applause by applauding back. Bowing is another method (which lends itself to a rehearsed bow from the entire cast.)