Chinanews.com client, Beijing, November 13th (Reporter Shangguanyun) Recently, the popular original musical "In the Distance" has attracted much attention.
It focuses on the development and changes of the express delivery industry over the past 20 years, with a fascinating storyline.
On the afternoon of the 13th, the original musical "In the Distance" held its first round performance conference in Beijing.
At this press conference, the main creative guest and the lead actor shared their mental journey in the creation of the work, exposed the golden tunes of the three dramas, and accepted media interviews.
Focus on the development and changes of the express delivery industry for more than 20 years
The original musical "In the Distance" was produced by Beijing Performing Arts Group and performed by Beijing Opera and Dance Theater.
It is also a key project for Beijing Performing Arts Group in 2020 to mobilize the advantages of singing and dancing resources and to create.
The scene of this conference.
Photo courtesy of the organizer
This musical focuses on the development and changes of the express delivery industry over the past 20 years.
It is adapted from the TV series of the same name that won 4 nominations for the Magnolia Awards in 2020. It uses express delivery and the Internet as carriers, and takes the struggle of young people as clues. Through the career development of the main characters in the play, it shows the development of Chinese society in the past two decades. The great changes of the times reflect the tremendous progress made in China's economy and society, and the earth-shaking changes in people's lives.
In this musical, Ayunga plays the hero Yao Yuan; An Yuexi plays the brave and wise heroine Lu Xiaoou.
At the same time, "In the Distance" is also the first musical work brought by An Yuexi from the musical theatre department.
In addition to offline theater performances, this work explores in-depth cooperation with online video platforms for the first time, launching multiple live webcasts before the premiere, and at the same time meticulously producing online video versions, presenting the front and back of the musical stage from all angles.
This first round of performance conference is not only the first collective appearance of the main creative actors following the exposure of the cast, but also the opening of the premiere of the musical "In the Distance" in Beijing, Shanghai and Guangzhou.
Zhao Jiachen, party secretary and chairman of Beijing Performing Arts Group, lit up the light boxes in Beijing, Shanghai, and Guangzhou, and "counted down" with all the people on site.
The first exposure of the golden song in the play
At this press conference, the golden song in the drama "In the Distance" was also exposed for the first time.
The scene of this conference.
Photo courtesy of the organizer
With the surprise opening of the theme song "Where is the Faraway", Ayunga and the male actors showed off their superb singing and dancing skills.
"Where is the distance, I still want to go farther in my heart" The theme song has a pleasant melody, and the lyrics are also very touching.
It is worth mentioning that "In the Distance" is also Ayunga's first musical composition.
Talking about the original intention of creating this work, Ayunga said, "I hope to convey to the audience the spirit of courage and fearlessness through music, and to bring hope to all those who are struggling for their dreams."
In addition to the theme song "Where is the Faraway", An Yuexi and all the actresses sang the brisk song "He is a Patient", "He is like an eagle overlooking the world, on the other side of the ocean; he is far away. It's like a wolf running across the grassland, going to the end of the heaven and the earth." The lyrics with a strong sense of picture lead to two waves of emotion in the play.
"We are living the hardest life, but we have great persistence in our hearts." A Yunga sang "Brothers" with all the actors, showing the protagonist's deep friendship and ambition of sharing weal and woe at the beginning of his business.
"Hushed", "Happy", "Transformation"...The creator reveals anecdotes about creation
In addition, the host Dong Ning and the main creative guests have always talked about the future of China's original musicals from the creative concept and creation process of the musical "Afar".
The scene of this conference.
Photo courtesy of the organizer
"In the process of directing this play, my greatest feeling is happiness." Xiao Jie, the director of "In the Distance", said that he was full of confidence in this work. "I hope that when everyone sees this work, they will also be able to reap the rewards. Full of happiness and confidence in life."
The songs in the play are a highlight.
Zhang Xiaozhen, the composer and arranger of the play, said with a smile, "I'm really being urged every day, but fortunately, I finally handed in my homework on the deadline."
Cui Tao, the choreographer and choreographer of the show, said that he has also achieved artistic growth and "transformation" through this show; Sun Bo, the drama director of "Afar" said frankly, "I sincerely hope, " "In the Distance" can become a benchmark for Chinese original musicals."
Prior to this, in order to play the role of "courier" well, Ayunga and other creators also walked into the courier company to experience the work and life of couriers.
Ayunga mentioned that when she heard their story, she was moved in a mess.
He also revealed that the play also invited musical actor Xia Zhenkai to play the role of "Yao Yuan".
The arrival of Xia Zhenkai will definitely inject new blood into the role of Yao Yuan, and this role will be richer and more diverse.
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