This is an extraordinary story of creativity, excellence and connection. See Li Cunxin and Mary Li dancing and talking about moments from their incredible life together. Mao's Last Dancer the Exhibition is now on at the Museum of Brisbane and reveals never-before-seen footage, interviews, performances and stories from Li Cunxin's journey. We would love to share it with you. Tickets available: https://www.museumofbrisbane.com.au/whats-on/maos-last-dancer-the-exhibition-a-portrait-of-li-cunxin/ |
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This is an extraordinary story of creativity, excellence and connection. See Li Cunxin and Mary Li dancing and talking about moments from their incredible life together. Mao's Last Dancer the Exhibition is now on at the Museum of Brisbane and reveals never-before-seen footage, interviews, performances and stories from Li Cunxin's journey. We would love to share it with you. Tickets available: https://www.museumofbrisbane.com.au/whats-on/maos-last-dancer-the-exhibition-a-portrait-of-li-cunxin/ |
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The Light Fantastic. Season 2016 shimmers with stardust, as we share ballets that enchant with the glamour of a golden age. Watch more as Li Cunxin introduces Season 2016. www.queenslandballet.com.au Video by Pixelframe | Queensland Ballet
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The Light Fantastic. Season 2016 shimmers with stardust, as we share ballets that enchant with the glamour of a golden age. Watch more as Li Cunxin introduces Season 2016. www.queenslandballet.com.au Video by Pixelframe | Queensland Ballet
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It doesn't get better than this! 🤩 Watch our Artistic Director Li Cunxin as a young dancer rehearsing the Don Quixote Basilio Variation. This phenomenal pas de deux will be performed around regional Queensland by our stunning dancers as part of our annual Tutu's on Tour. See where we are headed and book now - bit.ly/3x2cz26 | Queensland Ballet
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It doesn't get better than this! 🤩 Watch our Artistic Director Li Cunxin as a young dancer rehearsing the Don Quixote Basilio Variation. This phenomenal pas de deux will be performed around regional Queensland by our stunning dancers as part of our annual Tutu's on Tour. See where we are headed and book now - bit.ly/3x2cz26 | Queensland Ballet
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Watch Li Cunxin AO take Principal Artists Yanela Piñera and Camilo Ramos through an advanced barre and centre class. For those with advanced skills, follow along and challenge yourself at home! 💪 #QBmagic https://www.queenslandballet.com.au/dance-classes#studio-insights | Queensland Ballet
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Watch Li Cunxin AO take Principal Artists Yanela Piñera and Camilo Ramos through an advanced barre and centre class. For those with advanced skills, follow along and challenge yourself at home! 💪 #QBmagic https://www.queenslandballet.com.au/dance-classes#studio-insights | Queensland Ballet
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Ballet legend Li Cunxin, whose story is immortalised in Mao's Last Dancer, speaks with Jane Hutcheon on #OnePlusOne today at 10am. Here's a preview. | ABC iview
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Ballet legend Li Cunxin, whose story is immortalised in Mao's Last Dancer, speaks with Jane Hutcheon on #OnePlusOne today at 10am. Here's a preview. | ABC iview
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It's hard to believe it's been 10 years since we were first introduced to the remarkable life story of ballet dancer Li Cunxin in the film 'Mao's Last Dancer'! #9Today | TODAY
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It's hard to believe it's been 10 years since we were first introduced to the remarkable life story of ballet dancer Li Cunxin in the film 'Mao's Last Dancer'! #9Today | TODAY
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Remember Li Cunxin? Mao’s Last Dancer is coming out of retirement to perform in the Nutcracker in Brisbane. “I thought once I hung up my ballet shoes, that's it – until now.” More: http://bit.ly/2w7mWq1 #7News | 7NEWS Brisbane
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Remember Li Cunxin? Mao’s Last Dancer is coming out of retirement to perform in the Nutcracker in Brisbane. “I thought once I hung up my ballet shoes, that's it – until now.” More: http://bit.ly/2w7mWq1 #7News | 7NEWS Brisbane
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✨ Honoring a true legend: Li Cunxin ✨ From a humble childhood in China to the world stage, Li Cunxin’s journey is one of passion, perseverance, and excellence—first as a ballet star, then as a visionary leader. His incredible story, Mao’s Last Dancer, has inspired millions worldwide. Tonight, we proudly present him with the Lifetime Achievement Award 2025! 🔗 Link in bio to learn more! #LiCunxin #MaoLastDancer #LifetimeAchievementAward #pdl2025 #PrixdeLausanne2025 #ballet | Prix de Lausanne
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It started out as autism therapy, three years later 12-year-old Presley Tanner has found his feet and has been training with Mao’s last dancer, Li Cunxin, at the Queensland Ballet. Read more: https://ab.co/2IegvFb | ABC North Queensland
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Li Cunxin has been featured as one of documentary-maker Henry Thong's Makers Who Inspire, with the full film released today. Watch it on YouTube now - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=FDJf8_r_OJs | Queensland Ballet
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Li Cunxin, also known as Mao’s Last Dancer, has lived an incredible life. From his early days in poverty and becoming one of the world’s most gifted dancers to his successful career as a stockbroker. Watch to see Li speak about his life, how he feels about ageing and what he has planned next. | Apia
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Don't miss a thrilling show of contemporary, neo-classical and ragtime ballet celebrating Li Cunxin’s 10th year as Artistic Director. | Queensland Ballet
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‘Incredible 11 years’: Li Cunxin steps back from Queensland Ballet
Jun 22, 2023
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60 Years of Memories: Li Cunxin ✨ "we had two injured ballerinas on both sides of the stage on crutches telling her what to do, whispering the instructions." ⁠ 60th Anniversary Gala (5 - 20 March) opens tomorrow at QPAC! Don't miss our fabulous return to stage. Tickets: bit.ly/30doKdQ | Queensland Ballet
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Best known as 'Mao's Last Dancer', Li Cunxin was picked to train as a ballet dancer at the height of China's 🇨🇳 cultural revolution. Li takes time out of his role as Artistic Director of Queensland Ballet to reflect on an extraordinary life. | ABC Religion and Ethics
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Nutcracker pas de deux Li Cunxin Janie Parker Houston Ballet 1989
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Watch as our Artistic Director, Li Cunxin prepares to return to the stage this Sunday 10 December in Ben Stevenson's The Nutcracker, alongside 2017 Suncorp Wish Upon a Ballet Star winner, Imogen. For those who missed out on tickets, we have just released a very limited number of final tickets for sale. Get in quickly at https://www.qtix.com.au/qb2017/event/qb_nutcracker_li_cunxin_17 Video by PixelFrame | Queensland Ballet
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Outgoing Queensland Ballet Artistic Director Li Cunxin views the company as his baby that he's loved and nurtured for the past 11 years. The ballet icon reflects on his time at the company and what he thinks its future will look like. | Brisbane Times
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Queensland Ballet's outgoing Li Cunxin on bodysurfing and his legacy The artistic director (Mao's Last Dancer, The Nutcracker) also shares some of his creative leadership advice with ABC Radio Brisbane hosts Loretta & Joel. #ABCStudio400 #LiCunxin #Ballet #Leadership #Legacy #Brisbane #Queensland | ABC Brisbane
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Li Cunxin and Queensland Ballet’s changing of the guard
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Sam Mac was at the Queensland Ballet's Thomas Dixon Centre where he met Li Cunxin whose autobiography Mao's Last Dancer was turned into an acclaimed film and his wife Mary who performed a special routine for Sunrise. | Sunrise
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‘Mao’s Last Dancer’ Li Cunxin retires from ballet
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Mao's Last Dancer Li Cunxin to retire from Queensland ballet
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‘Ballet discovered me’: Li Cunxin reflects on legendary career
Jun 22, 2023
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After a stunning career that became the bestselling book and film Mao's Last Dancer, the Artistic Director of the Queensland Ballet, Li Cunxin, has today announced his final curtain call. | 7.30
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Li Cunxin sticks with the strength signing on for another three years with Queensland Ballet
Sep 28, 2021
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We are proud to continue our partnership with Mao’s last dancer and former Artistic Director of Queensland Ballet Li Cunxin AO. "I am especially proud of helping young performers reach their full potential. Just as LSH Auto invests in developing and nurturing apprentices, cadets, and motivational leaders. When you join the LSH Auto family you can trust you are in the most supportive and expert hands possible.” We appreciate Li's support for LSH Auto Australia and our retail operations. #LSHAutoA
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‘Ballet discovered me’: Li Cunxin reflects on legendary career
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Li Cunxin en Coppelia variation Concurso Moscu 1985
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