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S'pore boy, 5, plays drums for lion dragon dance troupe
How adorable.
February 05, 2025, 04:08 PM
The Tian Eng Dragon and Lion Dance Centre in Singapore has been including a five-year-old boy in their troupe's performances around the city.
The kiddo, Jaerius Luo, most recently performed with the troupe at SingPost on Feb. 4, 2025.
He was seen thumping energetically on the drums that is as big as him and clashing his small golden cymbals.
Photo by Mothership.
Photo by Mothership.
His presence will attract curious stares and approving nods of the head by members of the public.
Since he was 3 years old
According to the troupe, Luo joined in their performances since he was three.
Photo courtesy of Singapore Tian Eng Dragon and Lion Dance Centre
His dad Roger Luo, 39, is also in the troupe.
Luo père would allow his son to join in on performances or training whenever they had one.
Photo courtesy of Singapore Tian Eng Dragon and Lion Dance Centre
Photo courtesy of Singapore Tian Eng Dragon and Lion Dance Centre.
More about the troupe
The dance troupe was founded back in 1987.
They won the "Champion" title at the 12th and 19th Ngee Ann City National Lion Dance Championships in Singapore.
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Top image courtesy of Singapore Tian Eng Dragon and Lion Dance Centre
