Lemi Ponifasio, the World Theatre Ambassador for UNESCO’s International Theatre Institute, is on a mission to amplify China’s cultural footprint. Speaking at the Global Civilizations Dialogue in Beijing, he highlighted the untapped potential of Chinese artists in shaping global creative conversations. 🗣️✨
Fresh off a collaboration with the Yi ethnic community in Sichuan Province—a project that toured globally—Ponifasio praised China’s rich cultural diversity. But he didn’t hold back: "China is a political and economic giant, yet its contemporary artists remain hidden gems internationally," he said. 🎨
His rallying cry? For China to embrace #CulturalConfidence and lead cross-border artistic dialogues. "The world needs more stories from Chinese creators," he added, comparing the opportunity to a "K-pop wave but with dragon boats and ink brushes." 🚣♂️🖌️
For young creatives and culture enthusiasts, Ponifasio’s message is clear: Art isn’t just local—it’s a universal language waiting to be amplified. 🌐💡
