My essential questions.

In this research paper I intend on finding the answers to these question. Why is moshing considered a liability by some venue owners even with the mandatory warning signs in place? On top of that I would like to know; should hurting someone in a mosh pit be considered assault even if it is on purpose? Finally how have people in the past expressed themselves at a shows aside from moshing?   

The story behind my topic

Everyone that has been to a show has seen people flailing around in a fiery heartfelt passion. A large majority of people look at this as a random outburst of violence.  For the few that participate in it, it is anything but. Moshing is a way of self-expression, and art form if you will. It lets us be ourselves and show our love for music. It also supports the idea that everyone is an equal and no one is more important than anyone else. Some venues are trying to oppress our right to express ourselves freely by banning moshing. They hang signs saying “Moshing is prohibited any attempt of dancing will result in immediate ejection from the venue with no chance of re entry.” This affects me greatly; the only time I feel as if I can actually express myself is in the pit. No one looks at me as if I’m crazy; I am accepted despite my hyper activity.  As I said, it isn’t and outburst of violence it is a display of affection towards the music we love.  

SKATE ROCK MOSH PIT." Photograph. Broketape.com. First Last. 2009. Web. 27 Oct 2011.