Rubber boots become audibleSourced
The footwear supplies part of the dance’s sound
South African gumboot dance uses rubber boots with stamping movement. Bells may be attached to ring as the dancer stamps. Footwear becomes part of the rhythm as well as the visual costume. An object associated with keeping feet dry can serve a performance.
The boots contribute something to hear.
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Reviewed: 2026-10-05