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Morris dance
This is a lively reel or jiglike dance of Britain that might possibly be a relic of an old pagan May Eve ceremony, still performed in some countries at Beltane (see Sabbats) and midsummer festivals.
It even borrows its morris dance scene from The Masque of Grays Inn and Inner Temple, written by Fletcher's usual partner, Francis Beaumont, and presented earlier in 1613 in celebration of the Palatinate marriage.
the watch" as the wards on city boundaries were renewed, with celebrants jumping over, through, or between bonfires for good luck. Revelers wandered from one bonfire to another, known as the "marching watch," and were often attended by morris dancers.
At any rate, in the 15th century and later the May-Day celebrations in England were called "Robin Hood's Festivals." Garlands of flowers, a Maypole, morris dances, archery contests, and bonfires were features of the celebrations.
 See also: Ritual, Maypole, West, Pagan, Aries
  
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