The Star Stage serial art events, which were held by Jinan International Communication Center (JICC) and Higher Link, concluded at the Story Telling Centre in the United Kingdom on July 20.

During the competition, participants from around the world presented their talents and prepared exquisite dance performances. During the competition, overseas Chinese children performed a traditional Chinese dance that helped promote traditional Chinese art to a global audience.

"Although we are Chinese, it is very moving for us to be able to organize such a dance competition overseas and have people from all over the world participate," said the dance director of Star Stage.

The event and the participation of many renowned artists from the overseas art sector had further enhanced the influence of JICC overseas.

JICC participated in the award and appreciation sessions of the competition online, and prepared special prizes and certificates with features of the "city of springs" as well as Jinan-themed postcards and paper-cutting as souvenirs.

Young dancers perform during the dance competition held in the United Kingdom. [Photo/iJinan app]

Young participants showcase the souvenirs prepared by JICC. [Photo provided to chinadaily.com.cn]

A boy showcases postcards featuring Daming Lake and Qushuiting Street, both of which are tourist attractions in Jinan. [Photo provided to chinadaily.com.cn]