How to Appreciate Morris Dancing

Morris is an athletic dance form, so watch for the height the Morris men leap. Encourage the dancers with shouts of "Higher!" -- the more you get into it, the more we do. A good audience will see great Morris dancing.

Look for formations in the dance, particularly patterns formed with sticks or handkerchiefs when the music goes into the chorus.

Look for The Fool: the brightly-dressed troublemaker whom the dancers are not allowed to notice.

Share in the Morris Luck by contributing generously when the hat is passed to you. Not only will you receive a year of good luck, but you will earn the gratitude of thirsty Morris Men.