Born in Shenyang, China, Sun Jianheng graduated from Shenyang Conservatory of Music in 2024 and joined Hong Kong Balle as a Corps de Ballet member in 2026. Notable awards include the Youth Group First Prize and Best Male Dancer Award at Italy’s International Dance Talent Competition in 2023, and Sun was also a finalist at Prix de Lausanne in 2024 and 2026, and at the 2025 Youth America Grand Prix Tampa Finals.     

Dancer Q&A

1. Why do you dance?
Because of love and enjoyment.
 

4. What was the first ballet you ever performed?
The Sleeping Beauty.
 

7. How do you unwind after a show?
Relax my muscles and take a hot bath.
 

8. What is the attribute you most like about yourself?
Resilience and bravery.
 

11. If you could have one more talent, what would it be?
I would like to change my height.
 

12. What’s your favourite food?
Beef.
 

13. What would you be if you were not a dancer?
An athlete.
 

14. What’s your dressing style?
Simple and comfortable.
 

15. What are your hobbies?
Listening to music, working out, and swimming.
 

18. What is the coolest thing about being a dancer?
Enjoying the stage.
 

19. If you can have a super power, what would it be?
Teleportation.