[Cultural Exchange] Liaoning Ballet performers were invited to Kazakhstan to participate in the "Operalia" International Art Festival

From May 31 to June 4, 2024, Liaoning Ballet performers Zhang Haidong, Sun Huixin, and Zhang Youyi were invited to Astana, the capital of Kazakhstan, to participate in the "0peralia" international art festival held by the Astana National Opera and Ballet Theatre.

The "Operalia" International Festival is known as the "Oscars of opera and dance". Since its establishment in 1993, it has been held in different cities around the world every year, and is the starting point for emerging artists to enter the world stage.

At this festival, as an invited representative of Chinese artists, Liaoning Ballet's chief star Zhang Haidong joined hands with rookie actors Sun Huixin and Zhang Youyi to perform the world classic ballet "Swan Lake" Act 3 (fragment) and the modern original ballet "Cloud and Wind" (fragment), respectively, showcasing the diversity, artistry, and innovation of Chinese ballet art development. Their outstanding performances were unanimously recognized by the artists and audiences.

After the performance, Mr. Karem Ahmadyarov, Director of the Astana National Opera and Ballet Theater, immediately expressed his gratitude and congratulations to the head of Liaoning Ballet, Qu Zijiao, saying that the performances of the three actors were unforgettable, and once again issued an invitation, hoping that Liaoning Ballet can go to Kazakhstan as a whole for cultural exchanges and performances as soon as possible. They are very much looking forward to seeing the complete ballet repertoire performed by Liaoning Ballet.