Sunday, October 20, 2013
Male Dancers Are Not Homosexual
The blog is based on the Huffington Post's "Nigel Lythgoe, 'So You Think You Can Dance' Producer, talks Gay Stereotypes of Male Dancers" interview article on 10/5/13 (author unknown).
Many claim that society is open-minded and less conservative nowadays. However, that tends to be the opposite. How come people are still being classified with such ingorance based upon what they love? Nigel Lythgoe, producer from "So You Think You Can Dance", is outraged on the American stereotype which assumes most male dancers to be gay. "In this day and age, what the hell? Why should you be labeled in anything that you do?" he states. Furthur into Europe, professional men stand tall and broad performing magnificient dance routines with all due respect. While back at the English culture, only major popstars who sing alongside choreography are accepted. Many mock the guys in tights who do ballet, when most are oblivious of the atheletic strength those boys have to obtain to carry out that dance.
Although Lythgoe is dissapointed in this era, he was certainly optimistic on the future generations ahead. He had seen an increase of fathers applauding their sons in their dance careers. Big time quarterbacks after practice head to the studio to practice their ballet. By working on their flexibility, the risk of being injured during a football game is decreased. Dance has become its own sport. Unfortunately, most of America has not realized it yet.
As out and about this decade has become, the hater spirit arousing has to be halted. Hobbies and sports people love to do are being put down based upon irrational criticism. It is time to stop judging individuals opon their uniqueness.
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Dance is a form of art that requires determination, skill, and tremendous amount of practice. However, in society, dancing for men has been labeled as feminine and soft. In order to be a professional dancer, men must go through excruciating routines to prepare their bodies to be flexible and have balance. Once they put all these skills and stamina to music, all of a sudden they are labeled as homosexuals. Where is the fairness in that?
ReplyDeletePeople should be more conscious when dropping comments claiming that a hobby is "gay." Many hobbies have been categorized into being gay and "not manly" in our society nowadays. One should not be too quick to judge, because most people cannot perform with the same skill as male dancers. Katya chose a topic that is alluring and relevant to our society and time.
ReplyDeleteThe labels that society has created is not only offensive but foolish and immature. Dancing is not an easy trade and demands many elements from a person. Some categories of dance are a bit feminine, but the role a man plays when performing should be appreciated. I am not saying that all male dancers are straight, but society should not judge people by what they love to do. This is a great topic to discuss and I enjoyed reading this post, great work. I love the Lythgoe reference, Kat!
ReplyDeleteI would like to congratulate Katya on a remarkable blog post. Thousands of male dancers are stereotypically judged and hated on by close-minded people. Dance is an incredibly difficult sport. Yes........sport! Many undersestimate dancing, however dancers have one of the strongest and most flexible bodies. It is ridiculous to label male dancers as "gay" and "girly." Katya picked a great topic which has sadly become an issue in the society which we all belong to.
ReplyDeleteI am appalled to the fact that such discrimination seizes to exist in a world as advanced as ours. The new age should come along with a new bright-eyed mindset. A professional male dancer is immediately shunned and accused of his sexuality rather than being judged on his widespread talent and skill. What is the world coming to?
ReplyDeleteWhat an inspirational blog. Seeing as my dream to become a member of the world-famous chipendales male dance dream was shelved due to the fear of how my family would react, relating to this article comes naturally. Crushing this "hater spirit" is vital for the progress of humanity. Stereotypes like this are roadblocks between now and a possible future, and my future as a male exotic dancer cannot be completed because of society's view towards my passion and dream.
ReplyDeletePeople who think that are ridiculous. It is sad to think that males that are doing a sport that they like are assumed to be gay. It is not like that at all. Dance is a sport which many people, males in particular, think is not. Dance is just as much of a sport as baseball or basketball. It requires the same energy. Assumptions cannot be made. It does not work that way.
ReplyDeleteIt is very interesting how people instantly use stereotypes to judge others. Based on what most people have heard about dancers they have learned to assume or believe that every male dancer must be gay. To judge somebody by their personal life as opposed to the actual work they produce or perform is absolutely absurd. One should never be discriminated for such an irrelevant reason in the matter, especially for who they truly are. There is nothing wrong with being gay, nor is there anything wrong with men having a passion for dance.
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