MeiMei
Cultural Origin of art form
China
What she does
- Chinese folk dance workshops/ performances
- Chinese folk storytelling and dance workshops/ performances
Who for
- Age 3 years and above
- Special Educational Needs
- Youth and Community groups
- In Service Training
- Training events and Conferences
- Festivals and Events
Feedback
"The enjoyment level was very high. A fantastic workshop! The session was excellent. The children were captivated throughout due to Meimei's enthusiasm and obvious enjoyment of what she does. Thank you so much."
Hamstreet Primary School, Ashford, Kent.
Biography
Trained in dance and music from an early age, MeiMei (WU Yanmei) is a dancer, musician and actress who has since gone on to perform to international acclaim. Originally from Jiangsu province, China, MeiMei's dance performances have been broadcast both on China Central Television (CCTV) and the BBC. In 2006 she gained her MMus in (East Asian) Music Performance from SOAS, University of London. Theatre Credits include: 'Jurong' in opera Confucius Says (Hackney Empire, London); 'MeiMei' in Lighten Up (Unicorn Theatre, London); 'Riko' in Peace Pagoda (Royal Opera House, London); and 'Weaver Girl' in Defying Fate (Tramway Theatre, Glasgow).