Gisela Sommer - Articles

 

Gisela Sommer has a degree in humanistic studies and psychology. She is an independent writer covering cultural events and human rights issues and has an interest in preserving cultural and spiritual traditon.
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Ntdtv Chinese New Year Spectacular - a Cultural Treasure

If you love true ancient Chinese art and philosophy, this show will enchant you. New Tang Dynasty (NTD) TV’s global holiday productions (Holiday Wonders and Chinese New Year Spectacular) are nothing but astonishing. They are a revival not only of ancient Chinese culture, but also convey the essence and spirit of ancient Chinese traditions. Read

By: Gisela Sommer | 21/03/2008 | Art

Slaying the Evil Dragon

Like the Loch Ness Monster of Scotland, China has its myths and legends of dragons, some helpful and benevolent, and some not so. Of the evil variety, there’s one that’s been slain on stages around the world during the 2006 NTDTV’s Global Chinese New Year Spectaculars. The performance is called "Nine Swords," and it obviously was one of the audiences’ favorites as it receiving roaring applause. Read

By: Gisela Sommer | 27/12/2006 | Art & Entertainment

Chinese Ancient Traditions Revived in Global New Year Shows

NTDTV’s live Chinese New Year Spectacular is more than a thrilling and enchanting music and dance performance; it is also promoting a rebirth of ancient Chinese culture which has been destroyed after the communist takeover. Dragons, drums and dancers, along with traditional Chinese instruments and costumes faithfully recreated from old manuscripts, paintings and pottery, all evoked the grandeur of China’s great dynasties and legends of remote history. Read

By: Gisela Sommer | 21/12/2006 | Art & Entertainment