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Choreography by Dan Pang in collaboration with Chang Liu (Leo) & Zheng Zhang

Performance by Chang Liu (Leo) 

Instruction & Rehearsal Support by Zheng Zhang 

Music by Weibiao Deng (After the Suffering)

Produced by Beijing Dance Academy in 2012

Premiered at Anhui Grand Theater, Hefei, China in 2012 

  • Awarded Third Place in the Youth Men's Group at the 10th China Taoli Cup Dance Competition

Concept:  

The work is choreographed for the 10th China Taoli Cup Dance Competition and it showcases the dancer’s comprehensive abilities in rotating, leaping, flipping, and writhing as a Chinese Classical Dancer, highlighting the fundamental aspects of Chinese Classical Dance Technique and the artistic expression it enables. 


Chinese Classical Dance Technique is the foundational discipline for Chinese dancers, encompassing a rich tradition of precise movements, postures, and expressions that reflect the cultural essence of China. It is built upon centuries of aesthetic principles, combining physicality, grace, and storytelling. The technique emphasizes control, fluidity, and the ability to convey emotions and narratives through intricate body movements, including rotating, leaping, and writhing. 


Mastery of Chinese Classical Dance is essential for a dancer's versatility and ability to perform a wide range of traditional and contemporary works. This technique serves as the backbone for all forms of Chinese dance, providing the necessary skills and artistry to create powerful, expressive performances.

Chang Liu (Leo), photo by Haidong Liu (ChinaDance.cn)

2012

Chinese Classical Dance Technique Showcase Combo

dance + choreography

Beijing, China

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