Happy Valley hosts magic and burlesque competitions

The 12th China Acrobatic Golden Chrysanthemum Award National Magic and Burlesque Competition kicked off Tuesday at Shenzhen Happy Valley theme park in Nanshan District and will continue until June 22.

The China Acrobatic Golden Chrysanthemum Award is held every three years. This prestigious national arts award is a joint effort between the China Federation of Literary and Art Circles and the China Acrobats Association and is recognized as the highest honor in the Chinese acrobatics field with significant influence both locally and internationally.

The competition includes 10 awards for acrobatic performances, seven for magic shows, and three for burlesque acts. Shenzhen Happy Valley is the designated venue for the magic and burlesque categories, with 24 magic acts and nine burlesque performances making it to the finals.

This is the fifth time that Shenzhen Happy Valley has hosted the China Acrobatic Golden Chrysanthemum Award competitions, being the exclusive China Magic Culture Creative Industry Base approved by the China Acrobats Association.

A dance and magic show dazzle audiences at a press conference for the 12th Golden Chrysanthemum Award National Magic and Burlesque Competition on Monday. Photos courtesy of Shenzhen Happy Valley.

Visitors will be treated to a display of elite magic illusions and burlesque showcases. Additionally, a collection of magic history books and photographs showcasing past Golden Chrysanthemum Award-winning magic acts will give guests a firsthand look at the development of Chinese magic.

A magician astounds the crowd with a spectacular performance at the 11th Golden Chrysanthemum Award Competition held at Shenzhen Happy Valley in 2021.

The event will also include interactive sessions and artistic discussions on innovating and shaping the future of Chinese magic and burlesque performances, fostering engagement and learning among participants, performers, and enthusiasts.

After the competition concludes, the theme park will transform into a summer music festival, featuring performances by five popular Chinese pop artists July 13, 19, 27, August 10, and 17 for the pleasure of visitors.

Currently, the Maya Water Park within Shenzhen Happy Valley is open, offering a season pass at 288 yuan (US$39.6) for unlimited entries.