Encyclopedia of India–China Cultural Contacts v2.c11.s1.t6.49

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In addition, in 1980s and 1990s, Liu Youlan, Zheng Yun, Li Jiang, Su Baohua, Zhao Shizhong, Jiang Dong and Merry P Ahmad also studied in India. After returning to China, they all taught Indian dance in their respective fields. Liu Youlan taught in Beijing Dance Academy. Zheng Yun first learned Bharatanatyam from Leela Samson in India, and then learned Odissi from Madhavi Mudgal and became the first Chinese holding solo dance party in India. After returning to China, she worked in Shanghai Opera House, and now is still teaching Indian dance. Li Jiang was the professor of Guangxi Arts Institute and head of international office. Su Baohua was the choreographer of China Oriental Performing Arts Group. Zhao Shizhong conducted comparative research on Kathak and tap dance. Jiang Dong was the deputy director of institute of dance of Chinese National Academy of Arts, and also the famous critic of dance, with the book *The General Theory of Indian Dance*. Merry P Ahmad learned Odissi in India, and opened courses of Indian dance in Xinjiang Arts University after returning to China.