Cavalry is the first large-scale original dance drama in Chinese stage art history to focus on the cavalry. Using masculine and vigorous dance to express patriotic feelings, it pays tribute to the indomitable cavalrymen in history. The dance drama is divided into six acts. The first half describes the ‘choices’ made by the hero Chuluu, who is determined to join the Inner Mongolian People’s Cavalry. Chuluu and his horse Galaa are seen charging fearlessly through the battlefield. The second half showcases the ‘loyalty’ of war horses. Dancers mimic the movement of animals such as tumbling and jumping to show the majesty and loyalty of war horses. In the end, Chuluu loses his left arm and his war horse Galaa dies, signifying the unbreakable bonds of the cavalry at times of war.
Chief Director: He Yanmin
