China Central Radio and Television’s “2024 Spring Festival Gala” Presents Unique Sub-Venue Program in Second Rehearsal
The highly-anticipated “2024 Spring Festival Gala” by China Central Radio and Television Station recently completed its second rehearsal, featuring a groundbreaking addition to its program lineup. This year, the gala will include sub-venues in Shenyang, Liaoning, Changsha, Hunan, Xi’an, Shaanxi, and Kashgar, Xinjiang, which will be connected and synchronized with the main venue in Beijing for the first time.
At each of the branch venues, the program is set to showcase a diverse and vibrant array of performances that reflect the rich and varied cultural tapestry of China. From the creative collision of Northeastern folk art and contemporary fashion in Shenyang, to the young and vibrant energy of the “City that Never Sleeps” in Changsha, and a reimagining of the poetic city of the Tang Dynasty in Xi’an, the sub-venue programs promise to bring a unique and captivating experience to audiences.
The gala’s second rehearsal also featured unique stage designs and program creations at the branch venues, highlighting the rich local customs and warm New Year atmosphere. These performances aim to bring joy and entertainment to people from all over the world during the festive season.
Notably, the audience for this rehearsal included individuals such as “piano-playing construction worker” Yi Qunlin, peasant poet “Aunt Field Mouse” Pei Aimin, “agricultural classmate” Ding Xigong, and photography blogger “Liangtian” Shi Jiadong. These individuals, with their extraordinary talents and unique life stories, have been invited to be part of the gala, showcasing the diverse and inspiring lives of ordinary people in China.
According to reports, the Spring Festival Gala crew continues to seek out ordinary people who bravely pursue their dreams and embody optimism and kindness in their everyday lives. Their stories will serve as the inspiration for the gala’s program creation, aiming to connect with audiences through the power of simple and genuine emotions.
The “2024 Spring Festival Gala” is set to be a spectacular celebration of Chinese culture and tradition, bringing together diverse performances and heartwarming stories from across the country. As the gala approaches, anticipation continues to build for this one-of-a-kind event that will unite audiences in China and around the world in the spirit of the Lunar New Year.