Holy Cross High School
郎码倪地中国中学
Poblacion 6, Noblefranca Street, Dumaguete City, Negros Oriental, 6200, Philippines
新年快乐
Dragon Dance
The dragon dance is perhaps one of the most recognizable trademarks of the Chinese New Year. Originating from old Chinese tradition, the dragon is thought to bring luck and fortune. It is for this reason that it is believed that the longer the dragon in a dragon dance, the more blessing it will bring to the community. The dragon dance is characterized by a long dragon puppet being manipulated by multiple performers, called the dragon dancers. The start of the dance is marked by the head and tail of the puppet meeting. Then, another performer holding a long rod with a ball attached to the top appears seemingly guiding the dragon. As the ball is manipulated, the head and body of the dragon follow its direction to simulate the movement of the beloved dragon dance.
Lion Dance
Lion dancing is another of the Chinese New Year's most celebrated performances. Like the Chinese Dragon, lions are thought to bring fortune. Furthermore, it is always believed that lions have the ability to ward off evil spirits. One "lion" is normally controlled by a pair of dancers. Essentially, these two dancers act as the body of the lion. The dancer in front acts as the head and front limbs, whereas the dancer behind acts as the hind legs and back of the lion. Working together, the pair attempts to mimic the natural actions and presence of the Chinese beast.
Performances during the Chinese New Year Program 2023
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With the Lunar New Year fast approaching, comes the time for the school to once again flaunt its Chinese roots- The Chinese New Year Celebration. This Chinese New Year will see an event that will last the duration of a week from Feb. The school will once again show its students' talents not only during the on-campus program but to the whole city. It has been confirmed that numbers will be performed at Robinson's mall and at Pantawan boulevard. From songs and poems, to dance numbers, to the crowd's favorite Chinese dragon and lions, This year's celebration is set to once again bring the theatrical arts of China on full display to the whole city. Xin Nian Kuai Le!
The school has agreed to send chosen performers to wow the audience of Robinson's mall. Students are to perform smack center in the middle of the shopping center. Also, the lion dancers are to also make their appearance all around the mall, entertaining the different shops and stalls as they pass by.
To end the occasion will be a parade around the city. The students, clad in traditional Chinese garments and costumes, will showcase the intricate beauty of China's clothing. The parade is to end at the city's boulevard pier, known as the Pantawan. This is to then be followed by a program similar to that of the one hosted in Robinson's mall. Selected performances will once again grace onlookers with the splendor of China's culture.
随着农历新年的临近，又到了学校再次炫耀其中国根源的时候了——中国新年庆祝活动。这个农历新年将从 2 月开始持续一周的活动。学校将再次展示学生的才华，不仅在校园课程中，而且在整个城市。已经确认将在 "Robinson's" 购物中心和 "Pantawan" 大道进行表演。从歌曲诗歌，到舞蹈数字，再到大众喜爱的中国龙狮，今年的庆典将再次让中国戏剧艺术在整个城市得到全面展示。新年快乐！
学校已同意派出选定的表演者来让罗宾逊购物中心的观众惊叹不已。学生将在购物中心中央表演。此外，舞狮者也将出现在商场各处，在他们经过时招待不同的商店和摊位。
为了结束这个场合，将在城市周围举行游行。身着中国传统服饰的学生们将展示中国服饰的精巧之美。游行将在城市的林荫大道码头结束，该码头被称为 "Pantawan"。接下来是一个类似于罗宾逊购物中心举办的节目。精选节目将再次让观众感受到中国文化的精彩。