It’s just an etiquette thing. It’s to thank the audience for watching the performance, and for clapping. It doesn’t really have to do with it being about your “betters” with regard to a performance. But yes in some cultures it’s a sign of respect and may be done in settings like a meeting or something
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Reply to ELI5 why people bow after a performance? by WalterTheMoral
It’s just an etiquette thing. It’s to thank the audience for watching the performance, and for clapping. It doesn’t really have to do with it being about your “betters” with regard to a performance. But yes in some cultures it’s a sign of respect and may be done in settings like a meeting or something