Lunar New Year: Celebrating the Year of the Horse

Join this spellbinding, family-friendly dance performance to celebrate the spirit of the Year of the Horse through the power and beauty of movement. Be transported into a world of wonder as the Nai-Ni Chen Dance Company takes the stage at the Kupferberg Center for the Arts, blending ancient Chinese traditions with contemporary dance.

Experience majestic dragons, dancing lions, elegant peacocks, stunning acrobats, twirling ribbons, and more. The 2026 program also features Carousel, a special work created for the Year of the Horse celebration. One of Nai-Ni Chen’s most beloved pieces, Carousel draws inspiration from the playful imagery of carousels and the strength and grace of horses, capturing a buoyant sense of wonder and vitality.