Yuegong Annual Gala Special | Capturing Moments, Unveiling the Stories Behind the Event

Starting on January 21, a year-end gala highlight reel titled “Splendor, Because You and I Walk Together; Hand in Hand, Sharing the Warmth of Spring—The 2019 Annual Meeting of Yuegong Holding Group Was a Spectacular Success” generated a powerful wave of engagement on the group’s official WeChat account, amassing 285 views and over ten likes in a single day. Moreover, just one day after the event concluded, Yuegong employees received a congratulatory letter from Director He of the Shaoxing City Cultural Center, which read as follows:

First of all, I would like to congratulate all our friends at the Yuegong Group on the splendid and highly successful “2019 Yuegong Spring Festival Gala.”

As a veteran cultural worker, I am deeply impressed by your dedication, professional commitment, and pragmatic, truth‑seeking work ethic. In just over a month—spanning everything from conceptualization and planning to rehearsal, coordination, stage walk‑throughs, and the performance itself—the timeline was tight and the standards were high, a feat that is no small accomplishment even within the realm of corporate culture.

To a large extent, this embodies a spirit that has been inherent from the very beginning, growing and flourishing alongside the enterprise’s development. Corporate culture is the soul of the company, serving as the driving force that fosters unity, harmony, and a healthy, upward‑moving ethos.

To be honest, from an artistic standpoint, the Yuegong Spring Festival Gala has been a success in terms of its intellectual depth, artistic merit, visual appeal, and entertainment value, ranking among the very best in the city’s corporate cultural landscape. This achievement is thanks to everyone’s dedication, hard work, and unwavering commitment.

We sincerely wish Yuegong Enterprise an even brighter future! May its corporate culture shine even more brilliantly in the year ahead! We look forward to seeing the Yuegong Art Troupe become the proud ambassador of Shaoxing’s corporate culture.

Director He’s letter was both candid and incisive, stirring the entire Yue Palace community. Indeed, the year‑end gala’s soaring melodies and heartfelt performances still resonate in the minds of every member of the Yue Palace family. The event’s success can, to a large extent, be attributed to the meticulous planning and masterful coordination of this year’s organizing committee. So who exactly makes up this remarkable team? Don’t worry—let’s step behind the scenes of the gala and lift the veil on the committee, uncovering the stories that lie behind the festivities.

Group leadership attaches great importance to this and has orchestrated efforts, bringing in a formidable support team.

2018 On December 4, Group President Ren Qiliang convened a special meeting to prepare for the annual conference. The meeting clarified the direction of the preparations, aligned perspectives, reached consensus, and defined the division of responsibilities, thereby officially launching the preparatory work for the annual conference.

To make this year’s annual gala even more spectacular, on December 6, Group President Ren made a phone call to Director He of the Shaoxing City Cultural Center, inviting him to offer strategic advice and serve as artistic director. On the very day he secured Director He’s preliminary agreement, President Ren led a delegation—including Wang Zhongyou, Vice Chairman of the Group Trade Union; Ma Li, Director of the Group Office; Li Juanjuan, Secretary of the Group Youth League Committee; and Tao Yulan from the Group Finance Department—to the Shaoxing City Cultural Center. There, they finalized the gala’s planning details with Director He and confirmed the establishment of the Yuegong Dance Troupe, enlisting the Cultural Center’s dance instructors to provide professional guidance and stage a grand finale performance uniquely created by the Yuegong team.

12 On the 10th of the month, the Group’s president once again invited Director He to the company to inspect the venue and stage. After hearing Director He’s expert recommendations, and in order to ensure an even better stage presentation, the company not only decided to widen the stage but also rented professional lighting and sound equipment.

With the support of the Group’s President, on December 14, dance instructors from the Shaoxing City Cultural Center moved into Yuegong, and the Yuegong Dance Troupe—formed jointly by 18 female employees from the Group and its Zhejiang subsidiary—was officially established. The troupe’s first major undertaking was to finalize the format and dance styles for both the opening and closing performances of this year’s annual gala.

It was precisely with the strong support and encouragement of the Group’s leadership that, on December 20, the program for the gala was essentially finalized; on January 11, 2019, the annual meeting’s stage rehearsal proceeded smoothly; by January 17, 2019, all audio‑visual equipment, lighting systems, and venue furnishings—including tables and chairs—had been fully installed; and on January 18, 2019, the annual meeting was successfully held.

The Yuegong Dance Troupe and all companies within the group are operating at full capacity to prepare for the annual gala.

Yue Palace Dance Troupe: The members of the Yuegong Dance Troupe come from the Group’s office, its Finance Department, and various divisions of the Zhejiang Company—including the Business Department, Marketing Department, Engineering Department, and Design Department. At the outset of the troupe’s formation, many worried that such a large-scale reallocation of departmental staff would severely disrupt ongoing work—especially for the Business Department at the Zhejiang Company, which, as year‑end approached, was already stretched to the limit by bidding and settlement tasks, leaving team members working overtime day after day. Meanwhile, they also had family responsibilities: children needing help with final exams and elderly relatives requiring care. Despite these challenges, the troupe’s members put the bigger picture first, rising above their difficulties and squeezing rehearsals into lunch breaks and weekends. When on business trips and unable to participate in choreography, they asked nearby teammates to mark their positions; when payment deadlines left no time for group practice, they took rehearsal videos home to work through on their own. If a movement fell short or coordination was off, they sought one‑on‑one guidance from colleagues who danced particularly well. In the end, both of the troupe’s pieces performed at a high level, earning unanimous praise from the audience. Notably, the closing number, “Stepping into a New Era,” even won the award for Best Performance!

Group Company: As soon as preparations for the annual gala got underway, the Group Trade Union, the Group Office, and the Group Finance Department promptly convened a meeting. Drawing on collective wisdom, they reviewed and analyzed the formats and content of previous galas. All participants agreed that this year’s event should be innovative and take a fresh approach. In addition to the dance performance already confirmed—presented by the Group’s logistics team—they hoped to select another distinctive act that would truly captivate the audience. Ultimately, everyone settled on a situational drama, and thus the piece “When You Are Old” was conceived. With the theme set, the next challenge was how to craft the script and how the performers could set aside their personal emotions to fully embody their roles. To address these issues, Vice Chairman Wang Zhongyou, Director Ma, and others took the lead in organizing a thorough discussion among the cast and crew. Drawing inspiration from televised skits, they brought to life a vivid, heartfelt situational drama titled “When You Are Old,” which was presented at the gala as scheduled. Notably, both the dance and the situational drama submitted by the Group received the prestigious award for Best Performance at this year’s event.

Zhejiang Company: To ensure the quality of the performance, Zhejiang Company drew on its past experience in participating in such events, carefully deliberating and defining its approach. It meticulously selected both the performers and the format and content of the acts, making multiple adjustments based on the actual circumstances. Ultimately, it decided to retain the Manufacturing Department’s grand chorus and the traditional skit, while also adding a crosstalk routine tailored to individual strengths. The company arranged for performers to intensify rehearsals during their spare time, striving to deliver their very best. Particularly at year-end, when production schedules were extremely tight and the volume of bidding and tendering work was immense, the company proactively coordinated with relevant group departments, reallocating staff to participate in the show. Department heads offered strong support, going to great lengths to adjust workloads so that performers could devote more time to rehearsal. Thanks to the concerted efforts of all involved, the event culminated in impressive results on the day of the annual gala. Among the entries, the crosstalk piece “News Roundup,” performed by Zhang Zhi and Liu Tianyou, won recognition from the judges for its innovative format and outstanding individual performances, earning the award for Best Performance.

Mechanical Company: During the preparation for the annual gala, the company happened to be undergoing an assessment for special‑equipment manufacturing qualifications. To avoid delaying work while ensuring the quality of the performances, company leadership promptly decided to devote full effort to completing the review first, then shift their undivided attention to the gala’s production. On December 22, the qualification review concluded smoothly, and the company immediately convened a meeting to establish a performance team. Drawing on the experience gained over the previous two years, they quickly assembled a 15‑member ensemble jointly formed by various departments and the manufacturing division. On December 23, the team engaged in extensive discussions and coordination, ultimately finalizing three acts: a dance titled “The Most Beautiful Workers,” which highlights frontline employees; a musical poetry recitation called “The Brave Fear Nothing, With Boundless Horizons,” celebrating gratitude and unwavering conviction; and a duet, “Iron‑Blooded Heart,” evoking cherished memories of the 1970s and ’80s. Once the program was set, intensive rehearsals commenced from December 24 through January 13, 2019. However, with year‑end workloads particularly heavy, frequent business trips left performers unable to attend regularly, posing significant challenges. Despite these obstacles, everyone remained fully committed—rehearsing even when short‑handed, making up missed sessions afterward, and jumping straight back into practice upon returning from travel. To accommodate most members’ schedules, some team members continued working after rehearsals during their off‑hours. From January 8 to 17, 2019, the team finalized costumes, edited dance music, selected accompaniment for the poetry recitation, and prepared stage props. Driven by a shared sense of collective pride, all worked together, pooling ideas and resources. On January 18, the show went off without a hitch, with “The Most Beautiful Workers” earning the award for Best Performance.

Shandong Company: Upon receiving notification from the Group, both the company’s Party branch and the trade union attached great importance to the matter, convening two ad hoc meetings to deliberate on the preparations for the annual gala. Ultimately, they finalized two performances: a ten‑person choral piece titled “The Sunshine Always Follows the Storm,” and a duet for male and female voices called “Let’s Not Be Friends Anymore.” Although the program was set, the company faced a heavy production workload in December 2018, with numerous orders to fulfill, and the performers were assembled on short notice from various departments. Rehearsals could only be squeezed into Sundays or after work hours. After three weeks of intensive practice, the acts began to take shape. To ensure timely arrival at the Group headquarters for the gala and a smooth performance, all cast and crew rose early on January 17, 2019. They agreed to gather at 5:30 a.m. and drive themselves from Shandong. Along the way, everyone sang and rehearsed “The Sunshine Always Follows the Storm.” After an eleven‑hour journey, they arrived safely in Shaoxing. On January 18, the ten‑member choir’s rendition of “The Sunshine Always Follows the Storm” was awarded the prize for Best Performance.

The annual conference organizing committee was meticulous and attentive, ensuring that all logistical arrangements were carried out in an orderly and efficient manner.

Everyone agrees that this year’s annual conference was impeccably organized and meticulously planned. Not only the employees of Yuegong, but also the invited guests and project managers felt right at home—thanks to our highly attentive and detail‑oriented conference team. The team was led by Wang Zhongyou, Vice Chairman of the Group Trade Union, and Ma Li, Director of the Group Office, with members drawn from the Group Office, the Group Youth League Committee, and the Group Logistics Department. Under the careful planning and preparation of the two leaders, and through the concerted efforts of every team member, everything—from venue setup and gift procurement to guest reception, banquet organization, and post‑event arrangements—was handled with painstaking attention to detail. Anticipating every need, they ensured that attendees received comprehensive care. It was precisely their quiet dedication that made the conference for over 200 people and the evening banquet of more than 30 tables run smoothly, allowing everyone to savor happy moments in a relaxed and joyful atmosphere.

The annual meeting host made a dazzling, radiant entrance.

This year’s annual conference was masterfully hosted by Qiu Zhangqi from the Group Youth League Committee and Tao Yulan from the Group Finance Department. From the moment they stepped onto the stage, they wowed the entire audience! Just look at their spirited, witty opening remarks—what presence, what poise—they truly deserve a round of applause.

From our seats, we may see their polished, glamorous façade and hear their eloquent, witty speeches. Yet orchestrating a nearly four-hour annual conference requires far more than simply reciting a script. Before the event, they humbly sought guidance from the previous year’s host—Chen Jian, Head of the Group’s Corporate Management Department. Under his patient mentorship, they meticulously revised the script, fine-tuned every detail, and rehearsed again and again—until they had mastered every aspect of the conference.

Of course, the story behind the annual gala goes far beyond this—there are countless Yuangong employees who have quietly dedicated themselves to making it happen. We should all applaud and cheer for them, for it is their dedication and hard work that have brought us this grand celebration unique to the Yuangong family!