First national contest among professional contortionists

The first national contest for professional contortionists began on Friday June 21st.

The National contest among professional contortionists dedicated to State Prized, People`s artist, prominent contortionist B.Norovsambuu, is expected to be held every two years from this year.

At the event the State Prized People`s artist, contortionist B.Norovsambuu, recalled how he joined the Circus of Mongolia 54 years ago. B.Norovsambuu wished good luck to the contortionists who would take part in the contest.

Over 100 professional contortionists from Ulaanbaatar, Darkhan-Uul and Orkhon aimag participated in the contest.

The National contest started with a performance by “Khasyn urs” band from Orkhon aimag.

The contest is designed to discover new talent and to promote young talented contortionists to help them make their way.

The Judges panel consisted of G.Oyun, the leading figure of culture, Yu.Gerelbaatar, B.Batbaatar, circus art directors and S.Onon, the director of “Оn & Off” production and T.Tugsuu, a leading figure of culture and choreographer.

Beside the contortionists` skill in their art, the performance, dress, music choice, equipment and the audience’s regard is essential in scoring.

Organizers say that the contest will be held every two years.

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