Why so sad my little Marie? Is there something wrong? Do you need me?

Well I love to dance, I just don't see other little girls who dance that look like me.

Oh darling, let me tell you a story. 

Maybe after you won't have a query.

There once was an American American man named William Henry Lane. He came from a place called Rhode Island on Providence lane. 

He was born a free man and had a passion for dance. He played the banjo and tambourine and could imitate any prance. 

His skills were learned from an African American jig and reel dancer. His name was 'Uncle' Jim Lowe and became Lane's enhancer. 

By age ten lane was performing in the Five Point District. Where African American and Irish people did not conflict.

The vernacular dance forms of these two groups allowed Lane to create his unique moves.

He used his heels to create deeper tones. People would even say tap dance is a style he owns.

He kept African oral tradition within his style, by adding singing and laughter which made people smile.

Lane than performed Minstrel shows. He was allowed to be in it only because of his quick moving toes.

In 1840 Lane was hired by P.T. Barnum. That's when he was named "Master Juba" this was his startum. 

Why Master Juba you might ask?