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Morris Men At Berkhamsted

1951 , Berkhamsted (Hertfordshire)

Cat no. 1691

A group of Morris Men perform traditional dances in Berkhamsted.

Large crowds gather along Berkhamsted High Street, as a group of Morris Men and their accompanist emerge, performing a traditional handkerchief dance. The dancers have been identified as St Albans Morris Men. Wide views reveal the sheer number of people watching from both sides of High Street, whilst closer shots show the dancers in action. As the first dance concludes, the crowd applauds. The troupe, all wearing traditional baldricks and bells, begin a second performance, this time without handkerchiefs and once again accompanied by a pipe and tabor. Following a solo handkerchief dance, one of the performers passes around a hat, soliciting tips from the crowd, whilst the others continue to dance. Situated in front of the Rex Cinema, which is showing the Stewart Granger film 'Soldiers Three', the Morris Men continue to dance for the growing crowds.

Featured Buildings

Rex Cinema

Keywords

Morris dancing

Background Information

The dancers have been identified as St Albans Morris Men. The club celebrate their 90 year anniversary 1930 - 2020 as St Albans Morris.

Manifestations

Morris Men At Berkhamsted

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