Group 1 - The core theme of the 11th National Disabled Artists Performance is to showcase the artistic talents of disabled performers and their integration into society through traditional Chinese opera [2][3] - The Beijing team presented a shadow play titled "The Legend of the Grand Canal," which conveys the message of serving society and overcoming personal limitations [3] - The performance featured "pocket-sized" actors who have dedicated years to mastering the art of shadow puppetry, aiming to highlight the value and capabilities of disabled individuals [3] Group 2 - The Hubei team performed the classic Peking opera "Entering the Palace Twice," which included 15 actors, 12 of whom are disabled, demonstrating their passion for art despite physical challenges [5][7] - The lead actor, who has undergone multiple surgeries, and other performers expressed their desire to showcase their artistic resilience rather than their disabilities [7] - The audience was deeply moved by the performances, highlighting the emotional impact of the art [7] Group 3 - The Hunan team presented a flower drum opera titled "I Can Too," featuring hearing-impaired children who used sign language to express their love for traditional culture [9] - This performance emphasized the inclusivity and transmission of traditional culture, moving many audience members to tears [9] Group 4 - The Henan team’s performance of the Yu opera "Mu Guiying Takes Command" involved 25 disabled actors, showcasing a blend of traditional and innovative artistic elements [10][12] - The integration of war drum performances with Yu opera aimed to appeal to both older and younger audiences, demonstrating the evolution of traditional art forms [10] Group 5 - The Sichuan team combined Sichuan opera with Nanjing shadow puppetry, highlighting the creativity and artistic potential of disabled performers [14] - This innovative fusion showcased that disabilities do not hinder artistic expression but can enhance it, contributing to the preservation and transmission of intangible cultural heritage [14] Group 6 - The overall event served as a platform for disabled artists to redefine possibilities through their performances, emphasizing the importance of cultural heritage and artistic talent [15]

Group 1 - The performance "My Dream" by the China Disabled People's Art Troupe will take place in Shanghai, showcasing the resilience of life and the charm of art through dance and music [1] - The China Disabled People's Art Troupe is the only national-level disabled art troupe in China, recognized as "Peace Artists" by UNESCO, and has toured across five continents [1] - The performance will feature various art forms, including traditional dance, vocal music, and modern dance, creating a unique aesthetic world [1][5] Group 2 - The performance includes special acts from the Shanghai Disabled People's Art Troupe, enhancing the artistic experience with their song "Dedication" and dance "Morning Light" [1] - The dance "Thousand-Hand Guanyin" will be a highlight, portraying compassion through graceful movements and expressions [1][5] - The ballet sign language poem "My Dream" and the Dunhuang dance "Mutual Imprint" will also be part of the performance, reflecting the beauty and mystery of art [4][5] Group 3 - "My Dream" transcends the notion of a simple performance by disabled artists, encouraging a reevaluation of life attitudes and promoting warmth and kindness [8] - The event emphasizes that every individual has the power to express themselves artistically, regardless of their physical abilities [8] - The performance is described as an artistic feast that invites everyone to participate in a celebration that transcends boundaries [8]