Research on the Performance Development of Chinese Ballet Theatre in the 21st Century

Abstract

The purpose of this study is to systematically research the development of Chinese ballet performance since the 21st century: 1. to compare the differences between the achievements of Chinese ballet choreography and performance since the 21st century and those of the previous century, and to analyze the development results; 2. to analyze the trend of changes in the quality of the artistic ontology, the language of creation, and the style of performance in Chinese ballet, and to reveal the diversified characteristics that have been formed since the 21st century. This paper uses a variety of methods such as literature research method, field survey method, case study method and so on. The results of the research show that Chinese ballet in the 21st century, on the basis of learning from Western classics, incorporates elements of Chinese local culture, and achieves breakthroughs in performance style and communication effects through innovative themes and technical means.