CALL TIME - 9:30 AM
PERFORMANCE TIME - 2:30 PM
Spiral Symphony: A Chorus of Transformation and Renewal
The 28th Greater Pittsburgh Lunar New Year Fair and Show
Inspired by the Year of the Snake, the 28th Greater Pittsburgh Lunar New Year Celebration "Spiral Symphony: A Chorus of Transformation and Renewal," presented by the CASTP Organization and co-presented by Carnegie Museum of Art, heralds the Lunar New Year with a resplendent celebration of change and rebirth. This multicultural festival harmonizes ancient Lunar New Year traditions with global customs, creating a vibrant tapestry of renewal and hope. Guests will embark on a mesmerizing journey through spiraling rhythms and evolving melodies, where the snake's wisdom and symbolism come alive in spectacular performances.
Traditional dances interweave with contemporary choreographies from around the world, while daring circus acts embody the fluid grace of the serpent. A dazzling fashion show features time-honored hanfu designs—one of China’s cultural treasures symbolizing harmony between humanity and nature—alongside innovative creations inspired by diverse cultural interpretations of the snake. The air resonates with an inventive musical score that blends the soulful strains of Chinese traditional instruments with modern compositions, bridging past and future. This immersive experience invites attendees to shed the old and embrace the new, fostering a joyous chorus of global unity and growth as we step into the promising dawn of a new year.