On the evening of July 15, the grand fantasy stage play "Pingtan Impression," directed by the renowned Chinese dance artist Yang Liping, held its resident premiere at the Pingtan International Performing Arts Center, captivating a sold-out audience. Pingtan, located off the coast of Fujian province and the closest place on the mainland to the island of Taiwan, is celebrated as China's second international tourism island.

The performance plunged the audience into a magnificent mythical world, telling the story of a "loong" (Chinese dragon) prince, "King Junshan," and a sea maiden, "Pingtan Blue," who fall in love and join forces to protect their island home from invaders and natural disasters. 

Dancers used powerful and fluid movements to create stunning visual metaphors of the sea, waves, and mystical spirits. The performance reached a visual climax with a high-tech stage representation of Pingtan's famous "Blue Tears," a natural phenomenon where the sea glows with a mesmerizing blue light. The production also artfully weaves in local cultural elements, including folk music and ancient combat drills, resonating deeply with local audience members.

Lead dancer Zhu Fengwei expressed, "To perform 'King Junshan' on the stage in the story's homeland feels very familiar and intimate". He added, "We strive to present the original flavor of the performance with the same passion as when we started".

The play has already toured over 100 cities across China to critical acclaim, and the Pingtan premiere resonated powerfully. Audience member Chen Jingjing, who returned to her hometown for the show, stated, "The production quality is exceptional. As a Pingtan native, seeing our culture elevated with such artistry fills me with immense pride".

Director Yang Liping emphasized the production's unique essence: "'Pingtan Impression' is tailor-made for this island. Its depth, authenticity, and cultural spirit are distilled directly from Pingtan's folk heritage and the shared traditions across the Taiwan Straits."