Synopsis:
SCDT is proud to present Chinese Dance Fiesta (CDF2026), a vibrant celebration of Chinese culture and heritage through the art of dance.
Happening from 4 to 17 May 2026, this 11th edition will feature eight public performances by talented dancers from schools, community groups and professional dance companies across Singapore. Audiences can look forward to a captivating blend of traditional and contemporary Chinese dance styles at the showcases, starting at Esplanade – Theatres on the Bay on 8 & 9 May, Tampines on 10 May, VivoCity on 15 May, Toa Payoh on 16 May and closing at Chinatown on 17 May.
Besides a series of performances, SCDT presents Professor Ma Jiaqin, China's first grade Choreographer and Founding Dean of the Dance Academy at Nanjing University of the Arts, China, as the featured artist in the Master Series in collaboration with Esplanade. She will host two public talk-demonstration sessions and two exclusive workshops on Kunwu for the first time in Singapore from 4 to 9 May.