In China’s Dance Schools, a Dangerous Obsession With Weight Loss


SHENZHEN — When 12-year-old Ziqi won a place at a specialist art school in April, it was a proud moment for her family. The school has one of the most competitive dance programs in the country: Thousands of students apply each year, but only 30 are admitted. Training there would allow Ziqi to achieve her life’s ambition of becoming a professional dance teacher. “We were … Continue reading In China’s Dance Schools, a Dangerous Obsession With Weight Loss