World's Best Lion Dance Troupes Ready to Roar at Resorts World Genting

June 8, 2016

World’s Best Lion Dance Troupes Ready to Roar at Resorts World Genting

Kuala Lumpur, 7 June 2016 – The best lion dance troupes in the world will perform at Resorts World Genting in July in vying for the title of world champion. So far, 39 teams from all corners of the world have confirmed participation—and at a Press conference today, draw of lots to determine the flow of the competition was held.

The Genting World Lion Dance Championship, one of the most respected and recognised championships in the lion dance industry, today at the press conference, the new logo was also unveiled. The new logo replaces the old one that has been in use since 1994 when the championship first began.

‘The new logo design resembles the combination of traditional culture and modern style of lion dance and it symbolizes the passion to introduce and developing this traditional sport in Chinese culture to the whole world,’ said Kevin Tann, Vice President of Promotions & Entertainment of Resorts World Genting.

Organised by Resorts World Genting, with the Federation of Selangor & Federal Territory Dragon & Lion Dance Association as event consultant, the 12^th Genting World Lion Dance Championship to be held at the Arena of Stars over three days—the Preliminary on 15 and 16 July, and the Final on 17 July—is even more competitive than previous years as this year total of 38 teams from 15 countries are challenging the defending champion for the title of The World Lion Dance Champion.

The 15 countries represented include Malaysia, The US, China, France, Chile, Australia, Taiwan, Singapore, Hong Kong, Indonesia, the Philippines, Myanmar, Cambodia, Vietnam and Thailand. The participating teams will first compete in the Preliminary round on 15 and 16 July (Friday and Saturday) and the 10 teams with the highest points will qualify for the Grand Final to challenge the defending champion of the 11^th Genting World Lion Dance Championship, Kun Seng Keng Lion Dance Association from Muar, Johor.

Fans of the lion dance can expect truly spectacular world-class action when the teams go all out to outdo one another. The stunning acrobatic moves amid the din of drums and clashing cymbals are breathtaking to behold—and in the hands of these accomplished performers, the “wow” factor will surely be delivered.

Truly international affair

The presence of 39 teams from so many countries makes the event a highly international affair. The diverse list of countries shows how the event has become a platform for growth in every sense—in terms of promoting lion dance as a cultural art form and sport, and in encouraging sportsmanship and harmony. The festive atmosphere of a lion dance no doubt also inspires fellowship and togetherness among people.

Total of 15 countries with participants in the championship this year include Malaysia, The US, China, France, Chile, Australia, Taiwan, Singapore, Hong Kong, Indonesia, the Philippines, Myanmar, Cambodia, Vietnam and Thailand.

Representing Malaysia are the top three winning teams from the 17^th Malaysia National Lion Dance Championship 2015, namely the champion, Pertubuhan Tarian Singa Dan Naga Hong Teik from Alor Star, Kedah; first runner-up, Kwong Ngai Lion Dance Kuala Lumpur, and second runner-up, Pertubuhan Kebudayaan Kesenian Dan Kesukanan Tawau Sabah.

The champion team will receive a cash prize of USD10,000, trophy and medals while the first runner-up will receive USD6,000 in cash, a trophy and medals.

The second runner-up will bag USD3,000 in cash prize, trophy and medals, while the remaining eight finalist teams will take home the consolation prize of USD1,000 each.

There are also the East and West Lion King special trophies to be given to the best team from the east and the best team from the west, respectively.

Fans of lion dance would not want to miss the 12^th Genting World Lion Dance Championship 2016 and would make sure to be there. The Preliminary round at the Arena of Stars on 15 and 16 July (Friday and Saturday) begins from 10am. Ticket price is RM30 and it is free seating.

The Final will be held at the same venue on Sunday, 17 July, from 3pm. Ticket prices are RM130 (PS1) and RM100 (PS2).

There is a 30% standard discount for Genting Rewards Card members via cash or credit card, and Genting Points or Rewards Point Redemption.

For more information, visit www.rwgenting.com or call 03 – 2718 1118.