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Belarusian expat experiences straw dragon dance in China's Dongguan
STORY: Belarusian expat experiences straw dragon dance in China's Dongguan
SHOOTING TIME: Sept. 22, 2024
DATELINE: Sept. 29, 2024
LENGTH: 00:02:18
LOCATION: DONGGUAN, China
CATEGORY: CULTURE
SHOTLIST:
1. various of Belarusian expat experiencing straw dragon dance
2. SOUNDBITE 1 (English): HELEN, Belarusian expat living in Dongguan
3. SOUNDBITE 2 (Chinese): Straw dragon craftsman
4. SOUNDBITE 3 (English): HELEN, Belarusian expat living in Dongguan
5. SOUNDBITE 4 (Chinese): Straw dragon craftsman
6. SOUNDBITE 5 (English): HELEN, Belarusian expat living in Dongguan
STORYLINE:
Dongguan, China
SOUNDBITE 1 (English): HELEN, Belarusian expat living in Dongguan
"These dragons are so lifelike!
Hello."
SOUNDBITE 2 (Chinese): Straw dragon craftsman
"Please take a seat."
SOUNDBITE 3 (English) : HELEN, Belarusian expat living in Dongguan
"Thank you.
How long is this straw dragon?"
SOUNDBITE 4 (Chinese): Straw dragon craftsman
"It's 38 meters long."
SOUNDBITE 5 (English): HELEN, Belarusian expat living in Dongguan
"Ok, honestly, I've never tried straw weaving before. I hope I can do well later.
Please.
The straw dragon is typically crafted using materials such as straw, bamboo, and wooden strips. Straw forms the three main parts of the dragon: the head, the body, and the tail. The body of the straw dragon is structured by a long straw whip, serving as the dragon's backbone and stabilizing its shape. Finally, it's decorated to complete the process.
Dance? Like this?
Look at me, this is the real way to dance with a straw dragon.
The Straw Dragon Dance is led by a dragon pearl, with accompaniment from gongs and drums. In addition to the straw dragon, the parade also features both a phoenix and lanterns of various shapes, creating a lively and extraordinary dance feast.
This tradition, having weathered the storms of three hundred years, is part of Dongguan City's intangible cultural heritage.
As the straw dragon passes by, joy and anticipation fill the doorway of every household. Whenever the straw dragon arrives, the homeowner comes out of the house with great respect and presents a red envelope, which represents a sincere wish for family happiness and career success.
In Dongguan Hengli Town, every straw dragon dance event blends the ancient with the modern. If you'd like to experience it yourself, welcome to Dongguan Hengli!"
Xinhua News Agency correspondents reporting from Dongguan, China.
(XHTV)
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