Kapitel 48: Familiar Face
A deep voice resonated all around, "This is Street Dance. A form of culture. A form of expression. A way to be your true self! This is 'Street Dance of China.' I'm the director, Zhang Yuan. Welcome to our live show, where we've prepared the most authentic Hip-Hop experience for your entertainment. Are you ready?"
The voice reverberated throughout the stage, enveloped in a powerful echo effect. Its source remained hidden, leaving the audience in awe of its mysterious origin. The immersive atmosphere was momentarily disrupted when Tang Miaoyi opened a bag of potato chips right after the speaker paused. She hadn't expected Director Zhang Yuan, who had displayed an unconventional demeanor during their conversation, to possess such flamboyance. Judging from his performance here, he certainly lived up to his impressive title as the chief director.
On the television screen, an aerial shot emerged, accompanied by Zhang Yuan's continued voiceover, blending seamlessly with the visuals and program effects. His deliberate words unfolded gradually, "By now, I believe everyone is acquainted with the rules and procedures for today. After a month of rigorous selection and intense competition, we have handpicked a group of exceptional dancers... Yet, this is merely the beginning. They will now face their ultimate challenge - the final audition stage. Each team will go head-to-head with our four esteemed celebrity coaches, who will guide and train the contestants throughout the program until a victor is crowned.
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"Now, let's warmly welcome our four celebrity dance coaches..."
The pivotal moment approached, and the initial explosive point of the show had already ignited a buzz, generating much anticipation and discussion. To maximize viewership, Tianyou enlisted popular celebrities as trainers. The unveiling of the celebrity coaches undoubtedly stood as the most eagerly anticipated moment for many viewers.
"The celebrity coaches are about to make their entrance." Qiuying nudged Miaoyi lightly while watching and asked, "Do you happen to know who these instructors are?"
"Actually, I have no idea. I haven't been paying much attention to this," Miaoyi replied, pursing her lips and shaking her head. Her focus had solely been on the music aspect, rendering her unaware. "Well, let's continue watching. They're about to reveal themselves."
Qiuying blinked in astonishment and remarked, "Alright then, it seems like you, as the chief producer, aren't very invested..."
"..."
Returning their attention to the program, the atmosphere on the screen had already reached its climax. Many contestants had begun cheering enthusiastically, waving their headscarves and jackets in the air.
"Very well, let us welcome our first celebrity team leader with thunderous applause. Join us in cheering for the captain of Dream Girls, the popular singer/dancer who triumphed with her group in the 6th season of China's Got Talent - Song Ziyin!" Zhang Yuan's voice exuded boundless energy as he concluded his introduction, while explosive pyrotechnics illuminated the stage as Song Ziyin made her entrance.
"Wha-!"
Upon seeing the person walking onto the stage, both Tang Miaoyi and An Qiuying were stunned.
Damn, this person is... one of the celebrities on "Street Dance of China"???
Song Ziyin.
Captain of Dream Girls/dance specialist.
China's Got Talent Winner.
Owner of Dream Girls INC.
Tang Miaoyi and An Qiuying exchanged glances, remembering one specific conversation they had very recently.
"That's why the manager was surprised. She was actually a celebrity." An Qiuying said.
Tang Miaoyi also remembered the conversation. When she and Qiuying were in the recording studio, they said they hadn't heard of the manager before, and she seemed a bit surprised. Now it appears that she has quite a high popularity... Anyway, the contestants on TV were cheering, and some male contestants were even more excited, ultimately losing the relaxed and stylish vibe they had when they entered.
"I didn't expect her to be so amazing." Qiuying's eyes showed a hint of admiration.
Tang Miaoyi couldn't help but remind her, "Don't be so impressed yet. Don't forget about Jing Qiuhua. You will be even more amazing than her in the future."
With her own background music playing and a troupe of masked dancers following her, Song Ziyin walked confidently yet with an air of uncertainty. Her steps seemed unpredictable, but she executed them flawlessly.
If Tang Miaoyi were to provide an explanation, Song Ziyin's walk embodied the unpredictable and unconventional movements akin to those of a skilled swordsman, designed to confound their opponent.
After all, sword fighting was often likened to a dance.
"Time for the trainers to showcase their skills?" Tang Miaoyi, well-versed in the format of such shows, seemed to anticipate what was coming next.
And as reality unfolded, a post-production interface appeared, displaying Song Ziyin's name and her role as a celebrity mentor. It also introduced the accompanying dance team and choreographer. Once Song Ziyin took center stage, her backup dancers began their synchronized movements as the music intensified. Their precision was so remarkable that they almost seemed cloned and pasted.
Song Ziyin demonstrated her profound dance expertise, using a song reminiscent of her group's K-pop style. Her moves exuded power, showcasing her remarkable skill while maintaining a fluid and occasionally delicate quality. As a professional singer, she paid meticulous attention to her facial expressions and lip movements. Her captivating performance outshone even the internationally acclaimed dance troupes behind her, allowing each individual to display their unique talents.
Without even looking, one could imagine how the comment section must be exploding by now.
Unlike many other talent shows, "Street Dance of China" deviated from the norm when it came to celebrity mentors. Unlike the well-known judges announced prior to the show's premiere, the celebrity trainers remained undisclosed until the program began. The live show marked their first appearance, as only the audition episode had been released so far.
According to the schedule, the program was expected to last approximately a month and a half, and its competition format was touted as highly innovative.
Of course, Qiuying found this type of show intriguing, but Miaoyi had no interest whatsoever. If it weren't for the fact that she had composed the theme song, "Solo Dance," and that this show held personal significance to her, she wouldn't pay it any attention. In her previous world, perhaps, but in this world, there were still countless unknowns, making something as familiar as a game show unappealing.
After Song Ziyin, Tang Miaoyi didn't recognize any of the remaining celebrity mentors, and none of them seemed as enthusiastic as the contestants on TV.
Conversely, An Qiuying's eyes lit up when the final celebrity mentor, Luo Shixiang, appeared. She grabbed Tang Miaoyi's sleeve and gave it a couple of excited shakes. "Tang, look, it's Luo Shixiang, the Asian Dance King!"
"Who?"
"You don't even know who Lou Shizxiang is?" Qiuying just stared at Miaoyi, speechless.
"The lineup is pretty awesome." Tang Miaoyi may not know these people, but she couldn't deny that judging by the enthusiasm of the contestants and the audience, it's definitely a star-studded lineup of mentors.
Judging by the strong momentum the show has gained just as it started airing, it's only a matter of time before it becomes a massive hit if it continues in the long run.
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