Disabled woman finds success on the stage

China Daily

15th May 2024

Disabled woman finds success on the stage

Sichuan Opera performer with Down syndrome wows audiences with mastery of famous face-changing technique

As the music begins, a Sichuan Opera performer steps onto the stage, walking, kicking and dancing in precise rhythm to the music while quickly changing face masks.

No one notices anything unusual until the last mask is removed, and the audience realizes that this performer is somewhat different.

Yin Qiuhua, the 19-year-old performer, was born with Down syndrome, a genetic disorder that is usually associated with a distinctive facial appearance, delayed physical growth and mild intellectual disability.

Since she was diagnosed with the disease at 6 months old, her mother, Zhao Haiying, has been seeking medical treatment for her and teaching her life skills.

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