Chinese ballet dancers tiptoe alongside maestros

The Dancing With the Stars Gala Celebration, a spectacular ballet performance presented by the Beijing Dance Academy, was staged at the Tianqiao Performing Arts Center in Beijing on Saturday and Sunday.

Collaborating with principal dancers from nine of China's ballet companies and students from the academy's ballet department, legendary dancers Vladimir Malakhov and Diana Vishneva offered a breathtaking ballet showcase blending timeless classics and avant-garde modern works. As a highlight of the 2024 Beijing Dance Academy Performance Season, the event also served as the grand finale of the second Tianqiao Dance Performance Season.

Renowned as international ballet masters, Malakhov and Vishneva displayed many iconic moments onstage. Their performance of Old Man and Me in this event marked a powerful culmination of their artistic partnership. Over the years, the two have crafted groundbreaking ballet experiences that explore the human spirit through a creative lens, continually delivering unique aesthetics to audiences worldwide.

Throughout their illustrious careers, Malakhov and Vishneva have remained grateful and passionate for the stage, setting an example for their fellow artists and future generations. Their performance in Dancing with the Stars was a tribute to their dedication, encouraging young dancers to follow in their footsteps and inject new vitality into the art form.