The loud beating of the drums and gravity defying jumps and turns. These are the two things that draw our attention to the spectacle of the lion dance this Chinese New year. As our imagination comes ...

The Lion Dance is one of the most widespread folk dances in China. The lion is the king of animals. In Chinese tradition, the lion is regarded as a mascot, which can bring good luck. The dance has a ...

With a mix of ferocity and finesse, three ancient lion costumes sway side to side, shaking their bodies and stomping their feet. Underneath each costume, two members of the Joyous Spring Lion Dance ...

Tan (centre) performing the traditional eye-dotting ceremony on the new Maju Johor lion costumes, marking the ritual ‘awakening’ of the new lions during a Chinese New Year open house. THE vibrant red ...