China Disabled People's Arts Troupe - 中國殘疾人藝術團

2006-12-04T22:04:00.000-05:00

China Disabled People's Arts Troupe was established in 1987. It is a professional performing troupe subordinated to China Disabled Persons' Federation. The handicapped members, either deaf, blind or retarded, are also normal workers, farmers, students and employees. The Art Director and other staff in charge of stage art, lighting, audio effects, costume design, vocals, instrument playing and dancing are all leading domestic artists. Meanwhile, its scientific and standard management and market-oriented operation have also contributed to the professionalism of the troupe.

Behind every artistic achievement, the handicapped artists have paid more effort, which is hard for normal people to imagine. While enjoying the performance of high artistic pleasure, the audience often comprehends their spirits of equal participation, constant struggle in adversity and the resolve of never giving up.

With its unique artistic charm, the troupe endeavors to evoke real love and friendship among the audience. For more than 15 years, the troupe has put on stage more than a hundred performances, demonstrating the rich inner world of the disabled. All of the performances are highly evaluated. Former Premier Zhu Rongji once acclaimed that the troupe's performance "demonstrates the greatness of human being and the power of will".

The troupe has toured more than 30 countries and regions in Asia, Europe, America and Oceania. With their profound Chinese cultural background and ethnic flavor, the troupe is well received all over the world and praised as the "emissary of beauty and friendship".

活出生命的色彩 ─ 謝坤山的故事

2006-11-30T23:25:00.000-05:00

Faith and Optimism: A Story of Kuen Shan Shieh
By Jiun Jiun Suen
May 3, 2005

The true story of Kuen Shan Shieh is widely known throughout Taiwan. When he was sixteen, he lost both of his arms and his left leg in a work-related accident. Later, he lost his right eye. Just in his daily life, he has had to overcome incredible difficulties that an ordinary person may never even imagine experiencing. Now, he easily takes care of himself and his daily routine. In addition, he also delivers hundreds of speeches a year and writes and paints by using his mouth. Not only have his paintings gained much recognition and appreciation, he even wrote his own autobiography that contains one hundred thousand words (I am Shieh, Kuen Shan)!
I once asked Kuen Shan Shieh this question, "When you were suffering through all this hardship, did you ever think of suicide?" There was no hesitancy in his answer, "No, not at all. I was thinking that life goes on whether or not you carry burdens. So, why not let go of them and march on the path of life? I do not think what I have lost; I only think what I still have! "
On pure faith and optimism, he gratefully moves forward in his life no matter how difficult it might become. Selflessly, he continues to do everything he can to help others and society. Despite his busy schedule, he volunteers at Tzu Chi Hospital at least once per month and shares his time to help the most desperate of people.

One woman, who lost her husband in a gas explosion accident, suffered a severe burn herself, her once beautiful face now twisted and contorted. The woman's heart was breaking because her precious eight-year old daughter was frightened to tears by her own mother's face and feared to approach her.

Kuen Shan Shieh listened to her troubles and said, "You do not treasure yourself." Looking at the woman's puzzled face, Shieh then remarked, "If this accident happened to your daughter, would you be willing to suffer the injury, pain and bitterness for her?" The woman nodded her head vigorously, exclaiming, "I would! I absolutely would!" Shieh replied, "I definitely believe you would. Please look at your mother who is standing behind you." Her mother, who was combing her hair, burst out in tears. "Would your mother not have been willing to suffer the injury, pain and bitterness for you? But, could she? " The mother and the daughter could not help but cry and weep together.

When Kuen Shan saw her again, she had transformed, her face now exuding a beautiful smile and full spirit. Using her beautiful singing voice, she began accompanying Shieh to care for and bring joy to other patients. Kuen Shan Shieh knew that she had finally let go of her unnecessary burdens and understood that what you have will always be more than what you lose!

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2006-11-26T22:46:00.000-05:00

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