The National Ballet of China is turning heads in Washington, D.C., with a dazzling reimagining of the holiday classic The Nutcracker. 🌟 Blending traditional Chinese aesthetics with Tchaikovsky’s timeless score, the production has become a hotspot for art lovers and culture enthusiasts at the Kennedy Center.
🎭 CGTN’s Frances Kuo dove backstage to chat with the creative minds behind the show. 'It’s about honoring the story while weaving in elements that reflect our heritage,' said one choreographer. Think silk costumes, peony motifs, and graceful movements inspired by classical Chinese dance—all set against a winter wonderland stage. ❄️
Audiences are calling it 'a magical bridge between East and West.' 🏛️ The show’s success highlights the growing appetite for cross-cultural collaborations in the arts—and proves ballet isn’t just for sugarplum fairies anymore. 💃✨
