Group 1 - The Edinburgh Festival showcases a variety of cultural events, including the "Focus on China" initiative, which highlights the unique charm of Chinese culture [1][2] - The festival runs from August 1 to August 25, attracting thousands of artists from around the world [1] - The Shanghai Theatre Academy's dance performance "净境" combines elements of traditional culture and environmental themes, reflecting a modern interpretation of Chinese art [1][2] Group 2 - The "Focus on China" event features nine original works, including performances from the China Coal Mine Art Troupe and Shanghai Visual Arts Academy, covering diverse themes such as traditional culture, philosophical exploration, environmental issues, and artificial intelligence [1] - The creative director of the Edinburgh International Festival notes that contemporary Chinese performing arts are increasingly breaking traditional narratives and integrating with global artistic expressions [2] - The deputy CEO of the Edinburgh Fringe Festival highlights the growing presence and diversity of Chinese artists, emphasizing the festival as a significant platform for global artistic opportunities [2]

Group 1 - The "Focus on China" event at the Edinburgh Festival showcases the unique charm of Chinese culture through various artistic performances [1] - The Edinburgh Festival, which runs from August 1 to 25, includes multiple cultural events and attracts thousands of artists globally each year [1] - The dance drama "Pure Land" presented by the Shanghai Theatre Academy combines the Dai ethnic "Fish Dance" to express the concept of environmental protection and harmony between humans and nature [1] Group 2 - The response from the audience, including international dancers, highlights the effective communication of environmental themes through artistic expression [1] - The event features nine original works, including performances from the China Coal Mine Art Troupe and Shanghai Visual Arts Academy, covering diverse themes from traditional culture to contemporary issues like artificial intelligence [1] - The creative director of the Edinburgh International Festival notes that contemporary Chinese performing arts are increasingly breaking traditional narratives and integrating with global artistic trends [2]

8月11日，在英国爱丁堡，上海戏剧学院舞蹈学院的演员表演舞剧《净境》。新华社记者 郑博非 摄 新华社英国爱丁堡8月11日电（记者金晶 郑博非）2025爱丁堡艺术节"聚焦中国"暨"魅力上海"推介 会11日在英国爱丁堡举办。 据介绍，爱丁堡艺术节举办期间，9部"聚焦中国"入选剧目将呈现共计37场演出，融合戏曲、舞 剧、皮影、街舞、多媒体等多种创作形式，包括国家大剧院管弦乐团音乐会、上海戏剧学院舞蹈学院舞 剧《净境》、以及上海视觉艺术学院舞剧《借东风》等。 中国文化和旅游部国际交流与合作局人士在推介会上说，这些作品展现了中国文化的独特魅力。在 当今复杂多变的国际形势下，文化交流恰似增进理解、消除隔阂、凝聚共识的桥梁。 英国商业贸易部创意产业全球负责人尼尔·森普尔表示，创意产业是英中合作的重要领域。中国表 演艺术的蓬勃创新力，为两国舞台艺术合作开辟了新空间。 "聚焦中国"项目承办方代表说，作为中国文化"走出去"的标志性品牌，"聚焦中国"依托爱丁堡艺术 节平台，持续推动中国原创作品登上国际主流舞台。 本次"聚焦中国"系列活动演出期间，"魅力上海"城市形象推广活动同步启动。项目海报集中亮相爱 丁堡重要街区及演出场地，展示 ...