Only In China 11 - Shadow Dancing with Mimicked Movements

The video explores the art of shadow puppetry, highlighting a dance troop of elderly women who mimic traditional Chinese shadow puppet movements. This unique form of dance has gained popularity after being featured on national TV. The troop, composed of retired women from a city with a rich history of shadow plays, aims to replicate the traditional puppet plays using their bodies. Shadow puppetry, an ancient art form over 100 years old, is now being enjoyed in a live dance format in China.

What unique style of dance did a group of elderly women popularize?

• Salsa

• Hip hop

• Shadow puppet dance

• Ballet

Where are the members of the dance troupe from?

• A small city with a history of shadow plays

• A large metropolitan city

• A rural farming community

• A coastal village

What was the original idea behind the dance troupe's performance?

• To perform on international stages

• To teach children about puppetry

• To create a new dance style

• To imitate traditional puppet plays

How old is the art of shadow puppetry?

• 100 years

• 200 years

• 50 years

• Over 100 years

Where can the live version of shadow dancing be enjoyed today?

• In Europe

• Worldwide

• Only in China

• In North America