TOKYO—Michiko Nakada, Okinawa ambassador of tourism, a dancer and singer, watched Divine Performing Arts (DPA) 2009 World Tour twice on Feb. 11 at Hitomi Memorial Auditorium in Tokyo, a popular public destination for the Japanese imperial family.
“My tears were pouring out throughout the whole matinee. Since I missed the opening piece, I bought tickets to the evening show as well. It would be such a pity to miss a program in such a perfect performance. I’m glad that I didn’t miss this opportunity,” said Ms. Nakada at the evening show.
The opening program that Ms. Nakada was thrilled about is called The Five Millennia Begin. It tells a story where divine beings meet in the heaven and descend to Earth. They bring the very gift of culture and launch 5,000 years of Chinese history.
“The overall coordination is very intricate—the backdrops displayed, the numerous deities descending to the mundane world—he backdrops and the dancers formed one body. I have never seen such a scene.”
Ms. Nakada said that the performance makes her feel refreshed and revitalized. “I think ancient people and gods co-existed. People did not commit bad deeds because if they did that, the sky would darken. The performance depicted this kind of world.”
As a professional folk dancer, Ms. Nakada was enthralled by the Chinese classical dance in the show, a dance system passed down along with the history of China.
“The performance moved me to tears. The Chinese civilization is the oldest of all. I’ve always wanted to see the miraculous ... dance of ancient China. I’ve always hoped to see the non-Westernized Chinese culture.”
Although she often goes to shows, this is one of a kind. “The songs have many messages from above. They tell people not to commit wrongdoings. This kind of message should be given to mankind often. Being upright and virtuous is the most beautiful way of living for human beings.”
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