'Sighing For the Spring Breeze,' a Tribute to the Spiritual Strength of Men
The Shanghai International Dance Center will present "Sighing For the Spring Breeze," a neo-Chinese dance performance, on February 21-22.
It is the second major production by Male Dog Theater, Asia's first all-male modern dance troupe.
Rooted in classic historical allusions, the work explores the meaning of time through the legend of "Kuafu Chasing the Sun," deconstructs the nature of desire with "The Golden Millet Dream," and celebrates the essence of life through the metaphor of "The Mayfly's Ephemeral Existence."
From the sword-shadows of Yue Fei's "Fury Burning to the Skies" to the interactive elements of the Mamian (horse-faced) skirt, from the pursuit of a carefree life inspired by the "Seven Sages of the Bamboo Grove" to the serene vision of "A Land Untouched by Turmoil" in heavy snow, the performance seamlessly blends traditional classical dance with the elegance of China's Ten Refined Arts.
It conveys the younger generation's reflections on life, inquiries into time, and profound yearning for a beautiful existence.
With core strength and poetic sensibility, Male Dog Theater shatters traditional gender stereotypes, redefining "masculinity" by showcasing not only the external dynamism of men but also their inner resilience and tenderness. It is a tribute to the spiritual strength of men.
Date: February 21-22
Tickets: 80-880 yuan (US$12-127)
Venue: Shanghai International Dance Center
上海国际舞蹈中心
Address: 1650 Hongqiao Rd
虹桥路1650号
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