Street Dance of China

Street Dance of China turns the audition circuit into a stage where solo talent and team strategy collide. Dancers from across the country sign up to show skills in Locking, Popping, Breaking, House, Waacking, Krump and other urban styles, moving through open auditions, head-to-head battles, and large group faceoffs. Judges and mentors weigh technique, creativity and stage presence while crews form and re-form around standout performers. The series keeps the focus on performance and competition, highlighting how individual flair and teamwork push crews forward without revealing any late-season outcomes or surprises.

Released online on February 24, 2018, the series was produced by Youku with partners Tmall and Master and co-produced with Canxing. It was directed by Lu Wei and created by Wang Chenchen, with Luffy hosting and figures like Ding Chengxin, Jay Park and Vanness Wu appearing as themselves.

The show didn’t accumulate widely reported major international awards, but it quickly became a talking point within Chinese entertainment and dance circles. Its visibility led to more mainstream opportunities for some contestants and helped bring street dance into national television schedules.

Street Dance of China played a notable role in putting many street styles in front of mass audiences, boosting public interest in hip-hop movement vocabulary and crew culture. Memorable battles and signature routines circulated online, inspiring local dance crews and increasing enrollment in studios, while fashion and music tied to the scenes saw renewed attention.

Audience response has been favorable, reflected in a user vote average of 8.0 out of 10 on the provided data. The program emphasizes technical skill, crew dynamics, mentorship, and the importance of authenticity in street dance. Viewers tend to praise the variety of styles showcased and the intensity of the competitive rounds, while opinions differ on production choices and the degree of theatrical staging applied to some performances.