The Spanish tour of the original acrobatic drama "A Journey of Dream — Mysterious Xiangxi" made its first show at the time-honored Moraira Concert Hall in Alicante on the evening of August 2. 

The Spanish tour of the original acrobatic drama "A Journey of Dream — Mysterious Xiangxi" raises  curtain. (Photo/Chen Yangyi)

The “Journey of Dream” acrobatic drama has been staged around the world over the past decade since this brand was initiated, witnessing steady progress of Chinese culture "going global." The "Journey of Dream — Mysterious Xiangxi" acrobatic drama was jointly created by the Xiangxi Tujia and Miao Autonomous Prefecture Authority and the Hunan Circus Troupe, achieving upgrades and breakthroughs based on the original brand. 

year-long meticulous creation and rehearsals, the performances innovatively combined high-level acrobatic skills with Xiangxi's unique intangible cultural heritage elements—such as Miao drum dance and ancient Maoi Dance. Such fusion created an international artistic expression that showcases profound cultural content and powerful enthusiasm on the modern stage.

The audience burst into thunderous applause. (Photo/Chen Yangyi) 

This debut show showcased rich heritage and innovati vitality of Hunan acrobatics and Xiangxi culture. The troupe will stage performances in over 50 cities in Spain, and launch a "Xiangxi Culture and Tourism Photo Exhibition" at each performing site, displaying the charm of mysterious Xiangxi to the world.

This article is from the Hunan Provincial Government www.enghunan.gov.cn. 

Translator: Pang Yuehui

Chinese source: Chinanews