Dance drama 'Wing Chun' wraps up Russia tour

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The highly acclaimed dance drama “Wing Chun” from Shenzhen concluded its successful tour in Russia on May 1, leaving audiences captivated and enchanted by the mesmerizing display of martial arts and traditional Chinese culture.

The production, which combines the artistry of dance with the intensity of martial arts, has been a hit with Russian audiences. The tour, which began in Moscow on April 25 and concluded in St. Petersburg on May 1, saw packed theaters and standing ovations at every performance.

Audience members cheer for the cast and crew's exceptional performances. Photos by Zhang Yu except otherwise stated

Russian critics and audiences alike praised the production for its artistry, storytelling, and the skill of the performers.

“I am shocked by what I saw! The performance is great! Everything in it is perfect. The artists work surprisingly well-coordinated. They are real masters,” said Konstantin Matveev, artistic director of the renowned Boris Eifman Dance Academy.

“It strikes me that this performance further confirms that movement, dance, and the language of physical expression are universal and comprehensible to people everywhere on the planet,” Anna Konstantinova, a drama critic, said.

Anna Konstantinova, a drama critic, poses for a photo on the stage after the captivating show. Photo by Marina Vilchinskaia

According to a local theatergoer named Alisa, she was captivated by the dance drama’s amazing choreography. “At first I felt a bit awkward to applaud, because I didn’t want to interrupt the magic of everything that was going on.”

The tour aimed to strengthen cultural ties between China and Russia and promote mutual understanding and appreciation for each other’s arts and traditions, as the years 2024 and 2025 mark the Years of Culture between the two nations.

“I think such performances are very important now. These performances help establish a bridge of mutual understanding between cultures,” said Anna Belich, a Russian choreographer.

Anna Belich, a Russian choreographer, takes an interview with Shenzhen Daily. 

On April 30, TASS Russian News Agency commented in a report that the performances are significant for Russia and China, strengthening the ties of friendship and supporting active cultural exchange between the two countries.