The new version of the acrobatic ballet Swan Lake, created by the Xi'an Acrobatic Troupe, was staged at the Esplanade - Theatres on the Bay in Singapore, on July 27, with Singaporean President Halimah Yacob present watching the performance.

The performance also contributed to the fundraising for the President's Challenge fund.

Swan Lake, a new acrobatic ballet show produced by the Xi'an Acrobatic Troupe, is on stage at the Esplanade - Theatres on the Bay in Singapore. [Photo/WeChat account of Xi'an Release]

During the two-hour performance, the charm of Chinese acrobatics and culture was fully showcased to the Singaporean audience.

After the performance, the president also went on stage and presented a commemorative trophy to the Xi'an Acrobatic Troupe. She expressed her gratitude to the team for contributing to the charitable cause in Singapore and said she would invite them again for further exchanges.

The performance has helped to raise over 300,000 Singapore dollars ($225,362.2) for the President's Challenge fund.

Performers show excellent acrobatic skills. [Photo/WeChat account of Xi'an Release]

The original production of the acrobatic ballet Swan Lake premiered in 2004 and has since performed nearly 300 shows in countries such as Russia, Japan, and Germany.

The Xi'an Acrobatic Troupe unveiled a new iteration of their acclaimed production in 2019. This latest rendition of their performance retains the intrinsic artistic qualities of its predecessor while infusing elements of the Western culture to create an entirely novel and unique experience. Furthermore, it is a stunning showcase of the Tang Dynasty's (618-907) exquisite civilization and the rich cultural heritage of Chang'an.

During the performance, the Xi'an (Singapore) Cultural Exchange and City Promotion Exhibition was also held at the theater, showcasing various aspects of Tang culture, including delicacies, intangible cultural heritage, and cultural and innovative products. 

Cultural and innovative products are displayed at the Esplanade - Theatres on the Bay in Singapore. [Photo/WeChat account of Xi'an Release]