, telling of his extraordinary rise from extreme poverty in China to performing around the world at the highest levels of ballet.The 62-year-old year old described the past 11 years at the helm of the state dance company as some of the most rewarding of his life. “I’m incredibly grateful to have been surrounded by a contagious energy, an unbreakable spirit of dancers, creatives and of course, all of our dedicated supporters,” he said.
The company would always hold a special place in his heart, he said, adding that he was confident they would be able to find an exceptional replacement who would continue the culture of excellence he helped develop throughout his tenure. When he was spotted by an American choreographer, Li was invited to participate in a summer school with the Houston Ballet; he subsequently defected to the United States, where he would meet his first wife, Elizabeth Mackay, and spend the next 16 years.
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