Stealing limelight
Chinese team wins double gold at Monte-Carlo's circus 'Oscars'
Amid the global talent, the Suining troupe from Southwest China's Sichuan province stood out. Their performance of bowl balancing fused strength and grace. The act, which involved multiple bowls balanced atop the performers' heads in rapid succession, drew high praise from the jury and four curtain calls from the 2,600 audience members. The troupe won both Gold and Junior Gold.
Their achievement of winning double golds set a new record in the festival's 48-year history. The victory is seen as a testament to the technical mastery and expressive artistry of Chinese acrobatics, while also highlighting China's enduring cultural heritage and innovative approach to performance arts.
The Monte-Carlo International Circus Festival is often referred to as the "Oscars of the Circus World". The festival not only celebrates the diversity of circus traditions but also underscores the global influence of contemporary circus performance.
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