今年的春晚，大家的期待从本山大叔，转移到了郭德纲的身上。他可以“点亮”春晚么？我们拭目以待吧！

Cross talk performer Guo Degang is one of the most anticipated stars who will grace the stage for the 2013 Spring Festival Gala. Although Guo has been the hottest entertainer in China for years, this will be his first appearance on China’s most watched TV event.

Dressed in black Changsam, the traditional outfit of the old generation of crosstalk performers, Guo Degang takes the stage with his long-time partner Yu Qian.

Guo Degang said:"Our skit is meant to show how ordinary people pursue happiness. I think it has no problem catering to most audiences. We as performers are nothing more than ordinary people, I believe we can voice their desires. "

Guo seems satisfied by the first rehearsal, punctuated by waves of laughter from the auditorium now and then.

Guo Degang said:"Everything goes well, just as we have expected. I am glad with the response from the audience."

On the eve of this year’s Spring Festival, Guo Degang’s skit will be presented just before the New Year countdown, the most sought after time slot during the four-hour-long gala.