Plateau taps its way onto the stage

Updated: Mar 30, 2026 By Guo Yanqi China Daily Print

Share - WeChat

The production *Tashi Shabdro* preserves the cultural roots of traditional Tibetan tap dance, while pushing choreography, staging and dramatic expression further. [Photo provided to China Daily]

For its makers, the Beijing premiere is not the finish line. Huang says the work will continue to evolve after opening, drawing on expert advice, audience responses and online feedback.

The team also hopes to bring the production to more cities in China and eventually to international audiences.

Back in the rehearsal hall, the dancers begin again. The steps return — fast, then slow, then suddenly sharp. An old rhythm is being asked to do something new by telling a story all the way to the end.

Palden Nyima contributed to this story.

< 1 2 3 4 5 6 7

News: China's Hezhen Yimakan storytelling inscribed on UNESCO Representative List; Beijing celebrates three decades of festive symphony; AI takes center stage at Hainan film festival; UMPG China signs exclusive deal with classical composer

Features

Festival & Customs Liangshan Yi Torch Festival lights up Puge with torches and tradition

Intangible Cultural Heritage Captivating craftsmanship of dragon and phoenix bronze mirror

Plateau taps its way onto the stage

Features

LEAVE YOUR MESSAGE

*Your E-mail Address