Zhāng Jìgāng (张继钢) is an internationally acclaimed Chinese choreographer and a Lieutenant General in the People’s Liberation Army. He was the former director of the Song and Dance Ensemble with the People’s Liberation Army before promotion in 2006. Zhang Jigang now holds the highest non-combat military officer rank in China. He is the only choreographer to receive the crown title of ‘Century Star’ in the country, and is responsible for the creation of more than 300 large-scale productions in over 60 countries. His works contained many traditional cultural Chinese dance influences. 

Below is a selection of photos taken during a visit to 2 different shows depicting Chinese folklore on June 3 and June 13, 2010. Click on a small photo for a larger view, then select the next one with the cursor keys or the arrows on either side of the photo.