Every Chinese New Year, villages come alive with the thunder of drums and the dance of lions, passing blessings door to door. Wide-eyed kids have chased after the vibrant performers, dreaming of one day leaping into those golden paws. Now, those starry-eyed children have grown up; and they're the ones breathing new life into this ancient art. From tradition to innovation, the lion dance roars forward, carried by the same wonder that first ignited their hearts.