The Chongqing Liangjiang Art Troupe stages two shows to celebrate Chinese New Year in Auckland and Palmerston North, New Zealand from Jan 26-29, 2020. [Photo provided to Chinaculture.org]

On Jan 26 and 29,the SkyCity Theater in Auckland and the Regent on Broadway in Palmerston North, New Zealand were buzzing with festivity and Chinese cultural atmosphere. Two shows, staged by artists from the noted Chongqing Liangjiang Art Troupe, were set to usher in the Year of the Rat.