Last night I attended the LA premiere of a Chinese art film/documentary called “My Dream.” The film features performances by the China Disabled People’s Performing Art Troupe, a group of 88 disabled performers with the average age of 18. The hearing impaired dance, visually impaired play instruments, and physically disabled performers sing. It is truly an inspiring and moving experience. Their message of life, love, hope, and peace is very touching. To see so many disabled yet incredibly talented people realize their dreams puts my own problems and concerns in perspective. The performers’ stories make me grateful for all that I have.
At the end of the screening, there were unexpected live performances, as well as opportunities to meet and take pictures with several of the performers. I got to meet the beautiful hearing impaired art director/performer Tai Lihua, who is also the face of the troupe. As I left, I received the DVD version of the film and a couple books about the performers and the documentary. A memorable night, to say the least. Tonight I will be attending the live show, which should prove to be a different but equally moving experience.
