Spanish dancers make a splash in Zibo

Dancers from Spain present audiences in Zibo with a chance to experience the charm of Spanish culture up close. [Photo provided to shandong.chinadaily.com.cn]

A unique flash mob took place at the Zhongshuge Bookstore in Zibo, Shandong on May 30, where a segment of the classic flamenco dance drama Carmen performed by the renowned Spanish Flamenco Dance Troupe offered a visual and cultural feast to local audiences.

The event also promoted mutual understanding and cultural exchanges between China and the West through artistic means, enriching the cultural lives of residents and showcasing the charm of Spanish flamenco dance drama.

Carmen, as a world-famous opera work, is beloved by audiences for its unique artistic charm and profound emotional content. The dazzling performance allowed local residents to experience the charm of Spanish culture up close and also injected new vitality into people's cultural lives in Zibo.

At the event, some audience members said that the event deepened their understanding and knowledge of Spanish culture. They explained that the performance of Carmen not only allowed them to feel Spanish people's love and artistry, but also served as a collision and fusion of different cultures.

Organizers of the event stated that it was an important attempt at cultural exchange between Zibo and Spain and a significant measure to promote the diversified development of culture in Zibo. In the future, Zibo will continue to strengthen cultural exchange and cooperation with countries like Spain, bringing more diverse cultural activities to residents.