Big Apple- Art Event

1. Even though the shag is danced to music that is 4/4 time, how does the dancer count when they are dancing the shag?

The count when shagging is 1 and 2, 3 and 4, 5, 6.

2. Discuss the Big Apple building. Discuss its features architechtural feature of Columbia, and a brief history. What was the first name of the building?

The building was first the House of Peace Synagogue and later was turned into a black juke joint called "Big Apple Night Club". The Big Apple building has a large open floor in the main level which gives room for anyone to dance. In the top of the building, they have a balcony where others can watch. The architectural style of this build is greek revival with doric columns built into the archway.

3. Discuss the Shag. What is the history of the shag and what is its relevance to South Carolina

The Shag is a dance that is done with an unfamiliar eight count that brings that couple close together and then pulls them apart. It originated with the African Americans when they would come and dance in juke joints like Big Apple. It was uncommon for whites to come into the building but the white USC students would pay 25 cents to watch them dance in the balcony. They then would take it back and teach it to their friends. It is done a lot along the coast of South Carolina.