Toronto, Ontario--(Newsfile Corp. - December 17, 2025) - On December 16, local time, the original dance drama "Wing Chun," created in Shenzhen, China, premiered in Toronto at the Meridian Hall, showcasing the strength of Chinese original stage art through its unique Eastern aesthetics and innovative storytelling. This event marks a new chapter in cultural exchange between China and Canada.

Actors perform in the dance drama Wing Chun in Toronto, Canada, on Dec. 16, 2025. (Photo by Zou Zheng/Xinhua)

The performances of "Wing Chun" will continue until January 4, 2026, with the global tour expected to reach its 300th performance milestone by that time. "Wing Chun" is a tribute to the heroism of ordinary people, drawing inspiration from Lingnan's traditional martial arts culture, centered on the classic Chinese kung fu style "Wing Chun." By integrating dance, martial arts, and cinematic narrative, the production tells the spiritual journey of kung fu as it moves into the world. The entire drama is divided into six chapters, lasting approximately two hours, with the storyline following "Ip Man" and his experiences in Hong Kong, highlighting his faith, breaking through barriers, and passing on the legacy, embodying the spirit core of Chinese culture that values martial ethics and promotes yielding over rigidity.

Actors perform in the dance drama Wing Chun in Toronto, Canada, on Dec. 16, 2025. (Photo by Zou Zheng/Xinhua)

Shenzhen's original dance drama Wing Chun is a shining example of China's excellent traditional culture going global. This performance run in Canada is a concrete action by Shenzhen in response to the Global Civilization Initiative, part of its global city civilization exchange plan, and an effort to deepen cultural and people-to-people exchanges and mutual learning between China and Canada.

Toronto, Canada's largest and most populous city, became a friendly exchange city with Shenzhen in 2016. The city already has a connection with Wing Chun. As early as the 1970s, Wing Chun boxing was promoted in Canada by disciples of Yip Man, spreading from the Chinese community into mainstream society and becoming an important bond in China-Canada cultural exchange.

This North American tour marks the fifth overseas performance of "Wing Chun," following successful runs in Singapore, the UK, France, and Russia. In Russia, the show graced the stages of the Bolshoi Theatre in Moscow and the Mariinsky Theatre in St. Petersburg — two world-renowned arts venues symbolizing the highest standards of Russian performing arts. In London, it performed 12 shows at the Sadler's Wells Theatre, receiving unanimous praise from audiences and industry professionals. The performance at the Palais des Congrès in Paris also garnered enthusiastic responses.

Media outlets have continuously covered the event, highlighting how "Wing Chun" is becoming an important window for understanding Chinese culture abroad.

A woman walks past a large poster of the dance drama Wing Chun during a media day event in Toronto, Canada, on Dec. 15, 2025. (Photo by Zou Zheng/Xinhua)

Industry insiders note that the North American premiere of "Wing Chun" not only showcases the artistic heights of Chinese dance dramas but also reflects the mutual expectations of the citizens of both countries for cultural exchange and understanding. As subsequent performances continue, this stage art from the East will attract more Canadian audiences to theaters, experiencing the cultural resonance that transcends borders.

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