In partnership with the Richmond Ballet, Tulsa-based dancer and choreographer discusses Li Cunxin’s captivating memoir, Mao’s Last Dancer. Cunxin, a Chinese dancer, captured the attention of the nation with his inspiring story of passion, perseverance, and devotion set against Communist China. Cong, whose experience echoes Cunxin’s, will speak about his life and dance career in relation to the bestselling book, and his World Premiere with Richmond Ballet. This event will be free and open to the public. 
Thursday, March 16-7:30 pm
Richmond Public Main Library
Gellman Room
101 E. Franklin St., Richmond, VA
Ma Cong will return to Richmond this March to create his second piece at Richmond Ballet. Watch his performance on March 23 at Richmond Ballet’s intimate Studio Theatre. For more information and tickets, please call Richmond Ballet at 804/344-0906, ext. 224.
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