Shenzhen’s original dance drama “Wing Chun” made its debut in the Russian cultural city of St. Petersburg on Wednesday evening. The Mariinsky Theater, a world-famous platform of opera and ballet, provides the perfect backdrop for this cultural masterpiece.

Konstantin Matveev, artistic director of Boris Eifman Dance Academy — one of Russia’s most prestigious dance institutions — shared his insights on the significance of the Shenzhen production’s Russian tour and the broader cultural exchanges between the two nations.

Shenzhen’s dance drama “Wing Chun” is making waves in St. Petersburg, attracting media attention and influencer endorsement.

The bustling Futian Checkpoint in Shenzhen comes alive in the afternoon, with crowds flowing endlessly. Among them, several volunteers in red vests stand out. Whenever they spot a traveler looking around uncertainly, they step forward, offering assistance in Cantonese or Mandarin, with a slight Hong Kong accent.