What is pans people?

"Pans People" was a British dance troupe that gained widespread popularity in the 1960s and 1970s. The group consisted of a rotating cast of female dancers who performed choreographed routines to popular music on various television programs, most notably "Top of the Pops." Pans People became known for their iconic and often risqué costumes and energetic dance performances.

The group was formed in 1968 and initially featured six dancers, but this number changed over the years as members came and went. Pans People quickly became regular fixtures on British television, with their appearances on "Top of the Pops" being highly anticipated by viewers. The group was known for their vibrant, colorful outfits, synchronized dance routines, and ability to interpret songs through dance.

Pans People disbanded in the late 1970s, but their legacy as one of the most iconic dance troupes in British television history continues to live on. They paved the way for other dance groups and established a new standard for dance performances on television.