July 20th 2023.
Liquid gold is the new standard for inclusive college dancing. North Carolina A&T State University student Jada Mayes created the university’s first plus-sized majorette dance team, Liquid Gold, which she captains. Mayes founded the team for the purpose of creating a safe space for plus-sized dancers to hone their craft without facing discrimination.
The university’s other majorette team, Golden Delight, has fitness requirements that may be out of reach for some dancers, such as having “toned legs, back, arms, and abs.” However, the members of Golden Delight have been incredibly supportive of Liquid Gold, according to Mayes.
In order to become an official organization and receive funding from the university, Liquid Gold has created a GoFundMe page. So far, they have raised $660 of their $5,000 goal.
Sydney Clark, a member of Golden Delight, spoke of the beauty of majorette dancing in an interview with Good Morning America. She said that majorettes cannot be defined, and that they do things with their body that amaze viewers.
Majorette dancing at HBCUs has a fascinating history, according to Good Morning America. The first majorettes were carnival dancers twirling batons, and the term “majorettes” came from the Dutch word “Dansmarietjes.” The first HBCU majorette performance was at the Orange Blossom Classic in 1968.
Liquid Gold is furthering the legacy of inclusive HBCU majorette dancing. The team is creating a space for plus-sized dancers to feel accepted and encouraged to develop their skills, and the members of Golden Delight have been incredibly supportive. Liquid Gold is working towards becoming an official organization and encouraging all dancers to feel empowered.
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