Young Chinese choreographers' new dances blend tradition with bold creativity

Two young Chinese choreographers' new works Yong 2 and Collision have created a feast for ears and eyes in Beijing, fusing classical and contemporary dancing styles while injecting new vitality to traditional dances with multi-media technology.

The two programs, directed by Tian Tian and Chi Dongdong, formed a 70-minute show at the National Center for the Performing Arts on Saturday, as part of the China Dancers Association's annual feast to spotlight creative ideas of young choreographers.

The association's fifth edition of The Dancing Platform for Young Artists presents 10 dance performances from Oct 10 to 17, among which, seven are produced by rising choreographers in China's dancing scene.

The yearly event is supported by special fund for literature and arts development from China Literature and Art Foundation.