Chinese opera is an important feature of the country's art and culture, with a long history and diverse elements such as literature, music, dance and martial arts. The ninth Chinese Opera Culture Week ...

Beijing, China, May 20, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- The pursuit of beauty has been a timeless thread weaving throughout human history. The distinct beauty of Chinese aesthetics is not only embodied in ...

The inaugural Showcase of Outstanding Repertories by China Theatre Plum Blossom award-winning artists concluded in Shanghai on May 31, marking a significant step in bringing Chinese opera to global ...

This year marks the 120th anniversary of Chinese cinema, which began in 1905 with the film “Dingjun Mountain.” Fittingly for a country with a rich, centuries-old opera tradition, this first domestic ...

This generation’s first encounter with Chinese opera could hardly be more different from those of the past. Instead of spacious theaters or TV channels dedicated to opera, young people are far more ...

The 2026 Chinese Opera Gala (Kunshan) opened September 23 in Zhouzhuang, launching a program of performances, exhibitions and cultural experiences that continues through November. Co-hosted by the ...

On Tuesday evening, Lehmann, chairwoman of the German-Chinese Friendship Association in Ludwigsfelde, watched intently as performers brought the centuries-old tradition of Wu Opera to life on stage at ...

Behind the dazzling costumes lies a story of power, patriarchy, and women reclaiming their voice. Think Mulan was one of a kind? Chinese opera’s been full of warrior women like her for centuries. Meet ...