On December 13, 2019, the China Media Group “Heart to Heart” Art Troupe traveled to the site of the Gutian Conference in Gutian, Shanghang, Longyan, Fujian, for a commemorative performance marking the 90th anniversary of the Gutian Conference. Xiao Zhan participated in the performance, singing “We Are All Dream Chasers” during both the rehearsal and the official recording, with Wei Yunxi as his performance partner.
On the day of the performance, Xiao Zhan appeared in a white sweater, and the audience response was enthusiastic. He had previously rushed to Gutian to take part in the recording after an event he was attending in Nanjing was temporarily canceled due to overcrowding. Other performers at the event included Jackie Chan, Zhang Guoli and Jiang Shuying
In an interview with Haibo TV, Xiao Zhan said that it was his first time visiting Gutian and that he was honored to be able to come to the revolutionary base area. He hoped that through this song, he could convey positive energy to young people who are pursuing their dreams. He also said, “Only by not forgetting the past and cherishing the present can we have a better future. That is what I have gained from coming here.”
The official title of the performance was “Setting Out Again from Gutian — China Media Group’s ‘Heart to Heart’ Art Troupe Visits Longyan, Fujian for a Commemorative Performance.” The program was broadcast on December 27, 2019.
Rehearsal
1. Basic Performance Information
- Event: CCTV “Heart to Heart” Art Troupe — Setting Out Again from Gutian, a commemorative performance in Longyan, Fujian
- Performance Date: December 13, 2019
- Location: Gutian, Longyan City, Fujian Province, the site of the Gutian Conference
- Organizer: China Media Group “Heart to Heart” Art Troupe
2. Xiao Zhan’s Performance
- Song: We Are All Dream Chasers, performed together with Wei Yunxi
- Stage Presence: Audience members described him as “spirited and full of energy,” praising his image as a “positive young male representative embodying Chinese culture.”
- Performance Impact: The song opens with the line “Every figure runs alongside the sunshine,” conveying the determination of dream chasers and an uplifting, positive spirit.
3. Significance and Reception
- Mainstream Recognition: The performance was an important milestone in Xiao Zhan’s appearances on major CCTV mainstream stages following his rise to popularity. Around the same period, he also participated in the celebratory song My Chinese Heart and the CCTV Spring Festival Gala.
- Fan Attention: Videos and photos from the performance circulated widely across social media, prompting fans to revisit and explore his earlier work. Related topics such as “Xiao Zhan archaeology” and “Xiao Zhan performances” continued to generate discussion.
- Historical Significance: Fans regard this performance as a classic example of Xiao Zhan’s “upright and exemplary” public image, showcasing his positive and wholesome image in the public eye.
