{"id":69610,"date":"2025-01-05T01:04:24","date_gmt":"2025-01-05T09:04:24","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/lapost.us\/?p=69610"},"modified":"2025-01-05T09:29:43","modified_gmt":"2025-01-05T17:29:43","slug":"dance-of-oriental-brings-the-essence-of-chinese-culture-to-los-angeles","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/lapost.us\/?p=69610","title":{"rendered":"Dance of Oriental Brings the Essence of Chinese Culture to Los Angeles"},"content":{"rendered":"<div class=\"flex-1 overflow-hidden @container\/thread\">\n<div class=\"h-full\">\n<div class=\"react-scroll-to-bottom--css-ubnwg-79elbk h-full\">\n<div class=\"react-scroll-to-bottom--css-ubnwg-1n7m0yu\">\n<div class=\"flex flex-col text-sm md:pb-9\">\n<article class=\"w-full scroll-mb-[var(--thread-trailing-height,150px)] text-token-text-primary focus-visible:outline-2 focus-visible:outline-offset-[-4px]\" dir=\"auto\" data-testid=\"conversation-turn-311\" data-scroll-anchor=\"true\">\n<div class=\"m-auto text-base py-[18px] px-3 md:px-4 w-full md:px-5 lg:px-4 xl:px-5\">\n<div class=\"mx-auto flex flex-1 gap-4 text-base md:gap-5 lg:gap-6 md:max-w-3xl lg:max-w-[40rem] xl:max-w-[48rem]\">\n<div class=\"group\/conversation-turn relative flex w-full min-w-0 flex-col agent-turn\">\n<div class=\"flex-col gap-1 md:gap-3\">\n<div class=\"flex max-w-full flex-col flex-grow\">\n<div class=\"min-h-8 text-message flex w-full flex-col items-end gap-2 whitespace-normal break-words text-start [.text-message+&amp;]:mt-5\" dir=\"auto\" data-message-author-role=\"assistant\" data-message-id=\"7f75390b-2b11-4e6f-91fa-b2063488be1b\" data-message-model-slug=\"gpt-4o\">\n<div class=\"flex w-full flex-col gap-1 empty:hidden first:pt-[3px]\">\n<div class=\"markdown prose w-full break-words dark:prose-invert light\">\n<p><span style=\"color: #000000;\"><strong>LAPost\/Los Angeles (January 5, 2025)<\/strong> \u2013 The internationally renowned Los Angeles Music Center came alive on the evening of January 4 with the premiere of <em>Dance of Oriental<\/em>, a spectacular production by the China Oriental Performing Arts Group. This breathtaking performance, steeped in the essence of Chinese art and culture, captivated the audience with its profound cultural heritage and unique artistic allure. Among the distinguished guests were Chinese Consul General in Los Angeles Guo Shaochun and his wife, Vice Chair of the Chinese Dancers Association Chen Weiya and his wife, and Gao Ai, the general manager of <span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">China Oriental Performing Arts Group.<\/span><\/span><\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/lapost.us\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/01\/A-DSC09681.jpg\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-full wp-image-69614 aligncenter\" src=\"https:\/\/lapost.us\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/01\/A-DSC09681.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"1504\" height=\"1000\" srcset=\"https:\/\/lapost.us\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/01\/A-DSC09681.jpg 1504w, https:\/\/lapost.us\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/01\/A-DSC09681-300x199.jpg 300w, https:\/\/lapost.us\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/01\/A-DSC09681-1024x681.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/lapost.us\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/01\/A-DSC09681-768x511.jpg 768w, https:\/\/lapost.us\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/01\/A-DSC09681-520x346.jpg 520w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1504px) 100vw, 1504px\" \/><\/a><\/p>\n<h3><span style=\"color: #000000;\"><strong>A Cultural Masterpiece Combining Tradition and Modernity<\/strong><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"color: #000000;\"><em>Dance of Oriental<\/em> offered a stunning blend of traditional Chinese aesthetics and modern artistic innovation. Drawing inspiration from China\u2019s rich history and contemporary vibrancy, the program took the audience on a journey through time and space. From the celestial dancers of Dunhuang murals to the refined artistry of the Northern Song Dynasty, and from the poetic beauty of Jiangnan\u2019s water towns to the dynamic energy of the technological age, the performance illuminated the diverse facets of Chinese dance.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"color: #000000;\">The program featured mesmerizing highlights, including:<\/span><\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/lapost.us\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/01\/A-DSC09704.jpg\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-full wp-image-69616 aligncenter\" src=\"https:\/\/lapost.us\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/01\/A-DSC09704.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"2189\" height=\"1432\" srcset=\"https:\/\/lapost.us\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/01\/A-DSC09704.jpg 2189w, https:\/\/lapost.us\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/01\/A-DSC09704-300x196.jpg 300w, https:\/\/lapost.us\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/01\/A-DSC09704-1024x670.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/lapost.us\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/01\/A-DSC09704-768x502.jpg 768w, https:\/\/lapost.us\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/01\/A-DSC09704-1536x1005.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/lapost.us\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/01\/A-DSC09704-2048x1340.jpg 2048w, https:\/\/lapost.us\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/01\/A-DSC09704-520x340.jpg 520w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 2189px) 100vw, 2189px\" \/><\/a><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><span style=\"color: #000000;\"><strong>Jasmine<\/strong>: A celebrated piece evoking the charm of Jiangnan\u2019s water towns, first performed at the 2021 CCTV Spring Festival Gala.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/lapost.us\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/01\/A-DSC09743.jpg\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter size-full wp-image-69618\" src=\"https:\/\/lapost.us\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/01\/A-DSC09743.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"1504\" height=\"1000\" srcset=\"https:\/\/lapost.us\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/01\/A-DSC09743.jpg 1504w, https:\/\/lapost.us\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/01\/A-DSC09743-300x199.jpg 300w, https:\/\/lapost.us\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/01\/A-DSC09743-1024x681.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/lapost.us\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/01\/A-DSC09743-768x511.jpg 768w, https:\/\/lapost.us\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/01\/A-DSC09743-520x346.jpg 520w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1504px) 100vw, 1504px\" \/><\/a><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><span style=\"color: #000000;\"><strong>Flying Rainbow<\/strong>: Inspired by the iconic motifs of Dunhuang culture, this piece celebrated the Silk Road\u2019s historical legacy while extending warm blessings to a global audience.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<ul>\n<li><span style=\"color: #000000;\"><strong>Excerpts from <em>Only Blue and Green<\/em><\/strong>: Dances like <em>Hanlin Academy<\/em> and <em>Green and Blue<\/em> were met with waves of applause for their elegant choreography.<\/span><\/li>\n<li><span style=\"color: #000000;\"><strong>Four Diagnostics<\/strong>: Infused with elements of traditional Chinese medicine, this piece used humor and engaging movements to capture the benevolence of ancient healers.<\/span><\/li>\n<li><span style=\"color: #000000;\"><strong>Golden Jade Harmony<\/strong>: A visual masterpiece depicting Chinese aesthetic principles through flowing imagery inspired by jade bi.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/lapost.us\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/01\/A-DSC09907.jpg\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter size-full wp-image-69622\" src=\"https:\/\/lapost.us\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/01\/A-DSC09907.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"1504\" height=\"1000\" srcset=\"https:\/\/lapost.us\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/01\/A-DSC09907.jpg 1504w, https:\/\/lapost.us\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/01\/A-DSC09907-300x199.jpg 300w, https:\/\/lapost.us\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/01\/A-DSC09907-1024x681.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/lapost.us\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/01\/A-DSC09907-768x511.jpg 768w, https:\/\/lapost.us\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/01\/A-DSC09907-520x346.jpg 520w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1504px) 100vw, 1504px\" \/><\/a><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><span style=\"color: #000000;\"><strong>Extraordinary Vision<\/strong>: A dynamic and modern piece symbolizing the rapid pace of technological innovation.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><span style=\"color: #000000;\">Each performance reflected the vitality and adaptability of Chinese traditional culture, showcasing its relevance and ability to inspire in a modern context.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/lapost.us\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/01\/A-DSC09800.jpg\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter size-full wp-image-69619\" src=\"https:\/\/lapost.us\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/01\/A-DSC09800.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"1504\" height=\"1000\" srcset=\"https:\/\/lapost.us\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/01\/A-DSC09800.jpg 1504w, https:\/\/lapost.us\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/01\/A-DSC09800-300x199.jpg 300w, https:\/\/lapost.us\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/01\/A-DSC09800-1024x681.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/lapost.us\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/01\/A-DSC09800-768x511.jpg 768w, https:\/\/lapost.us\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/01\/A-DSC09800-520x346.jpg 520w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1504px) 100vw, 1504px\" \/><\/a> <a href=\"https:\/\/lapost.us\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/01\/A-DSC09871.jpg\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter size-full wp-image-69621\" src=\"https:\/\/lapost.us\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/01\/A-DSC09871.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"2257\" height=\"1269\" srcset=\"https:\/\/lapost.us\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/01\/A-DSC09871.jpg 2257w, https:\/\/lapost.us\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/01\/A-DSC09871-300x169.jpg 300w, https:\/\/lapost.us\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/01\/A-DSC09871-1024x576.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/lapost.us\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/01\/A-DSC09871-768x432.jpg 768w, https:\/\/lapost.us\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/01\/A-DSC09871-1536x864.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/lapost.us\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/01\/A-DSC09871-2048x1151.jpg 2048w, https:\/\/lapost.us\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/01\/A-DSC09871-520x292.jpg 520w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 2257px) 100vw, 2257px\" \/><\/a><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"color: #000000;\">The exceptional performances by talented young dancers Zhang Han, Yuan Jiaying, and Xu Mingqi from the dance-poetry drama <em>Only Blue and Green<\/em>\u00a0production team of the China Oriental Performing Arts Group were met with resounding cheers from the audience.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/lapost.us\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/01\/A-DSC09928.jpg\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter size-full wp-image-69623\" src=\"https:\/\/lapost.us\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/01\/A-DSC09928.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"1504\" height=\"1000\" srcset=\"https:\/\/lapost.us\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/01\/A-DSC09928.jpg 1504w, https:\/\/lapost.us\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/01\/A-DSC09928-300x199.jpg 300w, https:\/\/lapost.us\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/01\/A-DSC09928-1024x681.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/lapost.us\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/01\/A-DSC09928-768x511.jpg 768w, https:\/\/lapost.us\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/01\/A-DSC09928-520x346.jpg 520w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1504px) 100vw, 1504px\" \/><\/a><\/p>\n<h3><span style=\"color: #000000;\"><strong>A Cultural Bridge Between China and the United States<\/strong><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"color: #000000;\">Cultural exchange plays a vital role in fostering mutual understanding between nations, and <em>Dance of Oriental<\/em> served as a powerful medium for dialogue. Audience members, including local scholars and art enthusiasts, praised the performance for its artistic excellence and cultural depth.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"color: #000000;\">\u201cThis show illustrates the boundless charm of Chinese dance, blending its rich traditions with modern innovation,\u201d said one attendee. \u201cIt highlights how cultural exchange can foster mutual respect and understanding.\u201d<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"color: #000000;\">Local students and faculty from art institutions also expressed their admiration, describing the performance as a source of fresh artistic inspiration. A Chinese-American dance studio owner shared her pride, saying, \u201cSeeing Chinese dance shine on an international stage fills me with immense joy. This performance deepens the world\u2019s understanding and appreciation of Chinese culture through the universal language of art.\u201d<\/span><\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/lapost.us\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/01\/A-DSC09934.jpg\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter size-full wp-image-69624\" src=\"https:\/\/lapost.us\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/01\/A-DSC09934.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"1504\" height=\"1000\" srcset=\"https:\/\/lapost.us\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/01\/A-DSC09934.jpg 1504w, https:\/\/lapost.us\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/01\/A-DSC09934-300x199.jpg 300w, https:\/\/lapost.us\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/01\/A-DSC09934-1024x681.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/lapost.us\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/01\/A-DSC09934-768x511.jpg 768w, https:\/\/lapost.us\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/01\/A-DSC09934-520x346.jpg 520w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1504px) 100vw, 1504px\" \/><\/a><\/p>\n<h3><span style=\"color: #000000;\"><strong>Promoting Chinese Culture on a Global Stage<\/strong><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"color: #000000;\">The China Oriental Performing Arts Group, the creative force behind this U.S. tour, is committed to preserving and promoting Chinese culture worldwide. By merging traditional values with modern creativity, the group highlights the enduring strength and relevance of Chinese artistic traditions.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"color: #000000;\">The tour continues with the dance-poetry drama <em>Only Blue and Green<\/em>, set to be performed from January 10 to January 12 at the David H. Koch Theater in New York\u2019s Lincoln Center. This masterpiece, inspired by <em>A Panorama of Rivers and Mountains<\/em>, promises to bring the eternal beauty of Chinese civilization to life.<\/span><\/p>\n<p>(Photo by: Richard Ren\/LAPost)<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/article>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>LAPost\/Los Angeles (January 5, 2025) \u2013&#46;&#46;&#46;<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":1,"featured_media":69619,"comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"open","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"footnotes":""},"categories":[13,6],"tags":[],"class_list":["post-69610","post","type-post","status-publish","format-standard","has-post-thumbnail","hentry","category-arts","category-ca-local"],"_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/lapost.us\/index.php?rest_route=\/wp\/v2\/posts\/69610","targetHints":{"allow":["GET"]}}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/lapost.us\/index.php?rest_route=\/wp\/v2\/posts"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/lapost.us\/index.php?rest_route=\/wp\/v2\/types\/post"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/lapost.us\/index.php?rest_route=\/wp\/v2\/users\/1"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/lapost.us\/index.php?rest_route=%2Fwp%2Fv2%2Fcomments&post=69610"}],"version-history":[{"count":5,"href":"https:\/\/lapost.us\/index.php?rest_route=\/wp\/v2\/posts\/69610\/revisions"}],"predecessor-version":[{"id":69626,"href":"https:\/\/lapost.us\/index.php?rest_route=\/wp\/v2\/posts\/69610\/revisions\/69626"}],"wp:featuredmedia":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/lapost.us\/index.php?rest_route=\/wp\/v2\/media\/69619"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/lapost.us\/index.php?rest_route=%2Fwp%2Fv2%2Fmedia&parent=69610"}],"wp:term":[{"taxonomy":"category","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/lapost.us\/index.php?rest_route=%2Fwp%2Fv2%2Fcategories&post=69610"},{"taxonomy":"post_tag","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/lapost.us\/index.php?rest_route=%2Fwp%2Fv2%2Ftags&post=69610"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}