Dance

Chinese Dance Fiesta 2025: Performance

Presented by Singapore Chinese Dance Theatre
In collaboration with Esplanade – Theatres on the Bay
(Singapore)

25 Apr 2025, Fri, 7pm & 8.30pm

26 Apr 2025, Sat, 7pm & 8.30pm

45mins

(Intermission: None)

DBS Foundation Outdoor Theatre at Esplanade

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Synopsis

Singapore Chinese Dance Theatre’s annual nationwide outreach event, Chinese Dance Fiesta, returns to Esplanade for its milestone 10th edition!   

 

Celebrate the beauty and diversity of Chinese dance and culture with captivating performances by talented dancers from schools, community groups, and professional companies over two exciting evenings.  

 

Each evening will feature different performances by various groups:   

25 April, Fri – Watch young talents from primary and secondary schools take the stage.  

26 April, Sat – Support homegrown performance troupes and companies in this set of performances. 

 

Curious about Dunhuang Dance? Be sure to catch the Workshop and the Talk & Demonstration at Esplanade, led by Ms Li Qian, distinguished lecturer from the Dance Academy of Northwest Minzu University in China. 

Language: Mandarin
Things to Note:
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Artist Information

Singapore Chinese Dance Theatre

Singapore Chinese Dance Theatre (SCDT) was incorporated as a professional dance company in 2014, with the mission to promote Chinese dance through artistic and creative excellence, and to nurture young, promising dancers. Led by Artistic Director Madam Neo Jenny, SCDT envisions itself as a centre of excellence for Chinese dance both locally and internationally and plays a vital role in developing and exploring the identity of Chinese dance in Singapore.  

 

In recognition of its enduring efforts to the local arts scene, the company is honoured to continue to receive the support of the National Arts Council under its Major Company Scheme in 2016 and subsequently for the period from 1 April 2019 to 31 March 2025. 

 

Apart from producing innovative and original works that remain relevant to their traditional roots, SCDT is also committed to developing Chinese dance as an accessible art form to the broader community through its Outreach and Education division. SCDT registered as a charity in 2015 and received the Institution of a Public Character status in 2016.  

Date & Time

25 Apr 2025, Fri

7pm

DBS Foundation Outdoor Theatre at Esplanade

8.30pm

DBS Foundation Outdoor Theatre at Esplanade

26 Apr 2025, Sat

7pm

DBS Foundation Outdoor Theatre at Esplanade

8.30pm

DBS Foundation Outdoor Theatre at Esplanade

About Chinese Dance Fiesta


The Singapore Chinese Dance Theatre (SCDT) is proud to present the Chinese Dance Fiesta 2025, a vibrant celebration of Chinese culture and heritage through the art of dance.

 

Happening from 20 April to 3 May 2025, this milestone 10th edition will feature eight public performances by talented dancers from schools, community groups and professional dance companies. Look forward to a captivating blend of traditional and contemporary Chinese dance styles at showcases across Singapore, including the Shaw Foundation Symphony Stage at the Singapore Botanic Gardens on 20 April, DBS Foundation Outdoor Theatre at Esplanade on 25 and 26 April, Kreta Ayer Square on 27 April, VivoCity Amphitheatre, Level 3 on 2 May, and Our Tampines Hub Festive Stage on 3 May.


Chinese Dance Fiesta is also a vibrant platform for educational sessions and cultural exchange. Gain a deeper appreciation of Chinese dance and culture in public and exclusive Workshop and Talk & Demonstration sessions, presented by featured artist Li Qian, distinguished lecturer from the Dance Academy of Northwest Minzu University in China. 


Immerse yourself in a spectacular programme of dance and learning at Chinese Dance Fiesta 2025!

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