Exploring SHBS | Art Festival Celebration: Moments of Talent Blooming"
  • 2024-12-21
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In the silvery, snow-covered winter, snowflakes gently drift from the sky, and frost on the windows glimmers softly. Another year has quietly passed, and the Christmas Eve Arts Festival shines like a brilliant star in everyone’s heart. This is one of the grandest art feasts at Hongrun Boyuan School, showcasing diverse performances and creative displays: melodious instrumental music, vivid drama enactments, cheerful singing and dancing, ingenious emblem designs, and creative competitions among classes and dormitories. Each activity allows students' talents to bloom and provides a stage for joy and passion. This year’s arts festival reached an unprecedented scale, breaking records in participation and inviting parents to witness and share in this artistic extravaganza.


Dance: "Whiplash"

Aria Lin、Felicia Yang、Cynthia Wen、Sophie Xu

This powerful and rhythmic dance opened the festival with precise, dynamic movements. Each step, like a perfect musical note, portrayed the fusion of music and dance, celebrating youthful passion and dreams.


Band Performance: "Last Christmas"

The Grade 11 Class 2 band brought the classic Christmas tune "Last Christmas," filling the venue with festive warmth. The light melody and harmonious music touched everyone present.


Band Performance: "Don’t Ask, It’s Scary"

This performance featured unique instrumental arrangements and passionate delivery. The band members’ seamless collaboration elevated the atmosphere with their dynamic and unconventional charm.


Comedy Sketch: "Who Killed Sunday"

The witty lines and exaggerated acting had the audience laughing throughout this humorous play, showcasing creativity and teamwork.


Song: "Susan Says"

Steve's heartfelt rendition of "Susan Says" resonated deeply with the audience, creating a warm listening experience as if narrating a touching story.


Song Medley: "Sunny Day" + "The Lonely Patient"

Combining two classics into a seamless medley, the trio’s different vocal qualities intertwined beautifully, leading the audience on an emotional journey.


Poetry Recital: "Ode to Life"

Each line recited in this philosophical poetry piece resonated deeply, as students’ voices conveyed the profound meanings of the poetry.


Drama: "Twofold Joy + Liking You"

The humorous plot and vivid acting brought this drama to life, showcasing the performers' superb acting skills.


Sketch: "The Little Man Dance" + "School, Me, and Home"

These two humorous and creative performances highlighted the students' innocence and boundless imagination, winning thunderous applause.


Song: "If Love is Forgotten"

The duet was tender and emotional, with lyrics and melody that touched the heart, resembling an intimate conversation.


Drama with Music: "When You"

Accompanied by intricate backdrops and lighting, the performers’ heartfelt depiction brought forth a story filled with love and reminiscence.


Solo Dance: "The Song of Luo Fu"

This traditional Chinese dance mesmerized the audience with every graceful movement, vividly portraying the beauty of cultural heritage.






Tai Chi Performance

The Tai Chi class demonstrated this ancient Chinese martial art with controlled, powerful movements, presenting a serene yet impactful experience.




Sketch: "The Doctor Visit"

Choir: "We Are the World"

The humorous sketch was followed by a touching choir performance showcasing unity and camaraderie, spreading positive energy throughout.


Piano Solo: "Oceano"

Eric’s piano performance painted a picture of the vast ocean, with melodies flowing like waves, drawing the audience into a deep, aquatic world.


Latin Dance

The lively Latin dance performance, with its dynamic movements and colorful costumes, captivated the audience and ignited the atmosphere.


Voice Acting: "The Alternate Tale of Empresses: A Fat Orange Cat Watching Peppa Pig"

This creative voice-acting skit was the funniest performance of the night, with exaggerated voices and humorous dialogue leaving the audience in stitches.



Songs: "Envelope" + "The First to Lie"

Hayden Guan performed his original rap song "Envelope," with its captivating rhythm and infectious energy. Following this, Mike Yi and Leo Qi delivered a heartfelt rendition of "The First to Lie," elevating the atmosphere to its peak and earning enthusiastic applause from the audience.


Creative Video: "The Gathering"

Through heartfelt storytelling, this video captured the friendships and growth of students, touching every viewer deeply.


Festival Emblem Award Ceremony

As the festival approached its midpoint, the emblem award ceremony honored students who contributed their creativity and effort to the arts festival. Winners received recognition amidst applause and admiration.


Drama: "Born Mediocre but Unique"

A humorous yet profound piece about individuality, brought to life by the stellar acting of its cast, left a lasting impression.


Band Performance: "A.P.T"

This band performance was a highlight, combining instruments and melodies into a masterpiece that earned roaring applause.


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Dance: "My Little Pony"

Dressed in vibrant costumes, students danced to cheerful tunes, bringing the whimsical world of "My Little Pony" to life, filled with youthful energy and dreams.


Choir: "All I Want for Christmas Is You"

A warm rendition of this Christmas classic spread love and hope, enhancing the festive spirit.


Sketch: "The Man, Woman, and the Dragon"

With exaggerated expressions and clever dialogue, the performers brought this humorous story to life, leaving the audience laughing.


Opera: "Dear Theodosia + Guns and Ships"

The passionate and emotional opera performance captivated the audience, especially during its powerful climax.


Sketch: "Porridge"

Grade 10, Class 1 presented an absurd comedy sketch titled "Porridge." Through lively performances and relatable dialogue, this sketch delivered humor and engaging storytelling. The performers conveyed joy through their sincere and spirited acting.


Song: "The Distilled Blue Whale"

This profound and philosophical song touched on themes of solitude and growth, presented through a deep, resonant voice.


Sketch: "Scrolling TikTok"

A satirical take on modern social media culture, combining humor and reflection on its impact on youth.


Dance: "Armageddon"

Aria Lin、Felicia Yang、Cynthia Wen、Sophie Xu

A visually stunning and energetic performance depicting chaos and resilience through powerful choreography.


Duet: "Eyes, Nose, Lips" + "Together No Matter the Distance"

The sweet harmonies and heartfelt lyrics left a lasting impression on the audience.


Sketch: "The Flower Path"

G11 Class 2

A story of perseverance and ambition portrayed with vivid acting and thoughtful storytelling.

Song: "Booney Bears"

A playful, lively song that reflected the joy and colorful life of campus.


Finale: "I’ll Give You a Little Red Flower"

Teachers closed the festival with a heartfelt song, expressing their blessings and hope for students, filling the venue with warmth.

This grand arts festival not only showcased the students’ talents but also ignited their love and pursuit of the arts. Each performance was a shining star, lighting the path forward and leaving lasting emotions. Let’s look forward to next year’s festival for more unforgettable moments!


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