725 Salon: Chun Wai Chan

Chun Wai Chan didn’t grow up in a Western cultural environment. Born in Huizhou, Guangdong, he made it to the finals of the prestigious Prix de Lausanne in Switzerland at the age of 18 and was awarded a full scholarship to study in the U.S. He began his career at the Houston Ballet, and through talent, discipline, and determination, rose to the heart of the New York City Ballet stage—bringing greater visibility to Chinese dancers around the world.

At this special salon event, Chun Wai Chan will not only perform classic ballet excerpts live, but also share insights into the movements and emotional expression behind them. He’ll guide the audience through the unique way ballet tells stories and conveys feeling through body language.