Feel China: A Tour to Central Europe

Source: CCTV.com
07-06-2008 10:36
The large-scale cultural exchange program "Feel China: A Tour to Central Europe", that opened in the Czech Republic last week, moved to Slovakia on Thursday. The opening performance was presented to glamorously dressed guests at the stately National Theatre in Bratislava, the capital city of the Slovak Republic.

An audience of eight hundred, including local celebrities and diplomats, turned up for "My Dream", by the China Disabled People's Art Troupe.

These handicapped actors kept the audience captivated with perfectly synchronized movements in an expression of artistry. They also performed the "Thousand-armed Goddess of Mercy" dance, and the reinterpretation of the classic love story "Butterflies."

The audience showed their enthusiasm as the artists chorused two Slovakian folk songs.

Jozef Lang, State Secretary of Slovak Ministry of Culture said "For people in Slovakia, this cultural exchange event is rather appealing. They are glad to see the best performing art from China, through which they get a better understanding of Asian culture."

At the end of the performance, the artists were greeted with thunderous applause.

Michal Kovac, the former President of the Slovak Republic, attended the show with his wife.

Michael Kovac, Former President of Slovak Republic said "I was deeply touched by these handicapped artists. They and their performance show tenacious spirit, respect and harmony rooted in Chinese tradition and culture. "

The exchange campaign "Feel China: A Tour to Central Europe" is organized by the State Council Information Office. The local media has praised the event.



Editor:Xiong Qu