Source: CCTV.com

07-11-2008 09:17

"Light the Red Lanterns" has made it debut in the capital. The strong folk-flavored performance originates from China's northwestern Shaanxi province. It's part of China International Youth Art Week which comes under the umbrella of the annual cultural event, "Meet in Beijing".

"Light the Red Lanterns" has made it debut in the capital. (Photo: CCTV.com)

Light the Red Lanterns tells an old tragic love story about a young couple. It reflects the country life of northwestern Shaanxi province in the 1930s. The romance was inspired by local folk stories of Zhidan county. So are the music and dance drawn from the local culture. The theme is an original dancing song from the northern part of Shaanxi province. The presentation of tradition is enhanced by contemporary lighting and sound effects.

"Light the Red Lanterns" has made it debut in the capital. (Photo: CCTV.com)

A spokesman for Zhidan county says the program is a gift to the Beijing Olympics. He also expressed the hope that the performance will become a familiar icon, reflecting his hometown.

Editor:Liu Fang