The journey of a 'Thousand Hands'
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Director and choreographer Zhang Jigang. [Global Times] |
"During the duet, when I am miming smelling the Bodhisattva, I tend not to touch her. Also, when I am moving her when she is meditating cross-legged, I behave very carefully, with reverence. All these show the character's respect for the deity," said Zhang Aoyue, playing Tongzi, who develops a liking for the princess during their journey.
"To play Bodhisattva, you have to calm yourself and become pure from inside. Although I haven't experienced the great love and benevolence of Bodhisattva, I draw it from everyday life," said Zhang Xiaochuan, who performs the Bodhisattva.
"Everyone has a kind side and can help others when they need help… You don't need to look for the quality on purpose, it is all about life."
Zhang also worked with an international team to boost quality, creating a whole new set of music, sets, lighting and costumes.
While the piece features a huge number of performers, the music tends to be simple and quiet, creating a pure, quiescent atmosphere during the production.
"Music should come from the bottom of the heart and it should not be simply a dramatic explanation of dance. It should have aesthetic values of its own and means of expression," Zhang said.
"The quality needs to be pure and the style needs to be authentic."
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