FRI

MAR 8

7:30 PM

Shen Wei Dance Arts: Dongpo - Life in Poems

Kennedy Center Opera House - 2700 F St NW, Washington, DC 20004.

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Shen Wei Dance Arts' production of "Dongpo: Life in Poems" is a mesmerizing blend of contemporary operatic dance that showcases the brilliance of choreographer Shen Wei's singular imagination and stagecraft. The performance is a powerful and emotionally cool journey, with stylized elements drawing from both Asian traditions and American experimentation. Shen Wei skillfully transports the audience to strange and wondrous places, immersing them in the soul, affection, melancholy, homesickness, and optimism of Song Dynasty poet Dongpo. The production, presented by China Arts and Entertainment Group and co-presented by the American Dance Festival, captures the essence of Dongpo's poetry, offering a unique and captivating theatrical experience. The choreography, combined with ethereal lands and reimagined human body movements, creates a truly unforgettable and visually stunning performance that transcends cultural boundaries.