Acrobats from Shandong Art Troupe juggle straw hats and dance in Michael Jackson's style at a Chinese cultural gala during the 27th Havana International Book Fair in the Cuban capital Havana on Feb 2. [Photo/Cultural Shandong]

With festive Chinese music and dances, acrobatics, magic shows and martial arts performances, the Shandong Art Troupe staged an exciting show during the 27th Havana International Book Fair in the Cuban capital of Havana on Feb 2.

The show at Havana's Alicia Alonso Grand Theater delivered a wonderful New Year's greeting to the people of Cuba prior to the Chinese New Year.

The Spring Festival atmosphere was livened up by performances of classic Peking Opera, a dazzling display of Chinese acrobatics as well as upbeat and vibrant Chinese music and dances, attracting crowds of local residents. The Shandong Art Troupe also gave performances at the opening ceremony of the book fair on Feb 1.

Artists from Shandong Art Troupe perform Peking Opera at a Chinese cultural gala during the 27th Havana International Book Fair in the Cuban capital Havana on Feb 2. [Photo/Cultural Shandong]

According to the Shandong Art Troupe, the Chinese cultural gala also represented a great moment of various activities where China was the nation guest of honor during this year’s Havana International Book Fair.

Abel Prieto, Cuban minister of culture, said the variety and beauty of the gala showcased China's diversity.