'I really feel like we all did this as a team. I'm not winning this crown for myself—it represents the growth that all of the girls have gone through.'

The pageant is part of a competition series with a mission to promote "pure authenticity, pure goodness, and pure beauty."

Tickets are now on sale for the Grand Final round on Sept. 30.

At the 10th NTD International Classical Chinese Dance Competition, artists shared their passion for the ancient art form and what drives them to excel.