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Russian tap dancers perform in Jiading district of Shanghai. [Photo/jiading.gov.cn] |
The tap dancers of the Russian Theater Step recently performed in Jiading district of Shanghai, as part of the Shanghai International Arts Festival, local media reported.
Russian tap dancers presented the dance in different styles such as the US version, the Irish version, and the Greek version, which gave the audience an opportunity to enjoy a feast of tap dances.
On the occasion, some Chinese dancers also showed up to exchange their dancing techniques with the Russian performers. They combined tap dance with music played by pipa, a traditional Chinese plucked instrument, enabling the audience to enjoy the charm of the integration of modern dance and folk music.
Local authorities said that the performances by Russian and Chinese tap dancers helped building up friendship between people of these two countries.