scene of Xintiandi's American Culture Week

scene of Xintiandi's American Culture Week

The USA Pavilion has brought the Expo 2010 to Xintiandi's American Culture Week recently.

This cultural feast was planned to run at the city’s downtown historical, cultural and entertainment landmark from August 23 to 29th.

During American Culture Week, the USA Pavilion will bring its popular performance troupe, “Dance America!” to amaze the South Block of Xintiandi with authentic American dance-style. “Dance America!” tells the story of America through the decades using dance, a powerful art form in the United States and an iconic celebration of life which transcends all languages and cultures. The vibrant and vivid costumes transports the audience from modern-day America back to its dynamic past; It showcases a multitude of dance forms such as contemporary rhythmic movement, Hip-Hop, Vogueing, Disco, Latin, Ballroom, Jitterbug, and Tap.

Moreover, the American Culture Week will bring refreshing performances and interactive experiences to children spending their summer holidays with Sesame Street, the world famous children’s educational show.

Little Plum, Cookie Monster, Elmo, Big Bird, Puffing Pig and other popular characters in Sesame Street will all be present at this event. Children and others looking to interact with the TV superstars can use a “magic map” to follow their footprints in the South and North blocks of Xintiandi. In addition, there will be a wonderful performance full of funny expressions and body languages, which will grant the audience, both young and old, a chance to experience the joys of childhood amidst the hot weather.

Editor: Shen Li