This is the harrowing moment that a traditional cultural performance took an unexpected turn when a dancer’s costume caught fire during a heritage show.

On November 16, 2024, in Nanchang, Jiangxi, the video captured the performer, engaged in a fiery skirt dance, found her costume ablaze. Reacting swiftly, she managed to remove her skirt and escaped from the flames unharmed.

The incident occurred amidst a performance intended to showcase non-heritage crafts, drawing attention from a crowd that initially mistook the fire for a part of the act.

According to the report by Sichuan Observation, the blaze might have been exacerbated by strong winds at the scene, which possibly led to the rapid spread of the flames.

The performer escaped without injuries, and the fire was quickly contained, preventing any further damage or risk to the audience and other performers.