Recently, Shixing has actively responded to local folk activities, specially inviting professional folk performance teams to the factory for performances, celebrating together with all employees. This event featured captivating and representative performancesincluding loong dance[1] and lion dance[2] as well as yingge dance[3] performances.
As a member of society, our factory has always been committed to joint development with local residents, emphasizing not only production and operation but also social responsibility and cultural heritage. This initiative has enriched the cultural lives of employees and demonstrated Shixing's respect for and love of local culture.
Shixing will continue to actively respond to local activities, inherit corporate culture, and grow together with society.
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1. In China,loong is an ancient totem. It is said that the loong can move clouds and bring rain, eliminate disasters and bring blessings, symbolizing auspiciousness. People dance with the loong on festive days to pray for its blessing, in order to obtain good weather and a good harvest.
2. People believe that lions are auspicious beasts and that lion dance can bring good luck. Therefore, during the Spring Festival or other celebrations, lion dances are performed amidst the sound of gongs, drums and firecrackers to help celebrate and pray for good luck. Performers dress up as lions and perform various lion movements under the music of gongs and drums.
3. Yingge Dance is a kind of mass dance, mainly spread in Chaoshan area. Performers dress up as characters from the Water Margin, hold double mallets, and dance to the beat of exciting drums.