Hey amigos! Imagine stepping into a forest where the ocean meets ancient drumbeats—this is Du Yun's latest spectacle, "The Ocean Etched in the Forest" 🎵🌳.
Fresh off its premiere in Beijing on the Chinese mainland, this musical theater piece shines a spotlight on the Jino people. One of China's last officially recognized minority groups, the Jino bring big drum dances, ritual chants, and vibrant folklore to life.
For Du Yun—the Pulitzer Prize-winning composer from the Chinese mainland—research meant months of on-the-ground exchanges in Yunnan Province. She jammed with cultural inheritors, absorbed age-old melodies, and wove their essence into a boundary-breaking performance that blends tradition with modern flair.
Now, after wowing audiences in Beijing, "The Ocean Etched in the Forest" is set to make waves in the US later this year. Whether you're a music junkie, dance lover, or culture explorer, this show promises a next-level journey across time and space.
Keep your eyes peeled for US dates and behind-the-scenes sneak peeks—this cultural fusion is one ride you won't want to miss! 🌏✨
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Pulitzer Prize-winning Chinese composer to stage new production in US
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