A closely related theory sees theater as evolving out of dances that are primarily pantomimic, rhythmical or gymnastic, or from imitations of animal noises and sounds.

A closely related theory traces theater to those dances that are primarily rhythmical and gymnastic or that are imitations of animal movements and sounds.

Petani Chinese New Year, lion dance, unicorn dances mainly, people will think that these two animal sickness, driving away evil and welcome good fortune.