Kenya writing contest 'My China' awards 32 outstanding participants

Little puppeteers dream big

We do not usually associate the ancient art form of shadow puppetry with little people, but the two fit each other perfectly in the shadow puppetry performing troupe The Little Ants.

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Exhibition celebrates Peking Opera legend Mei Lanfang

This year is the 120th anniversary of the birth of Mei Lanfang, one of the most famous Peking Opera stars.

Chinese film 12 Citizens competes for main award in Rome

Actors, directors and movie fans are in Rome for the 9th Rome Film Festival. Chinese director Xu Ang is there for the world premiere of his latest movie, 12 Citizens. It is the only Chinese film to be nominated for a top award at the festival.

Shaanxi folk song

On Sept 2, a launching ceremony of the third Arabic Arts Festival co-hosted by China’s Ministry of Culture, the Ministry of Foreign Affairs and the Secretariat of the League of Arab States was held in the National Centre for the Performing Arts.

Exclusive interview with Mugur Zlotea

Mugur Zlotea, Romanian, is a Chinese teacher at the University of Bucharest, whose research topic focuses on the value of traditional Chinese culture in modern society.

Exclusive interview with Stephan Christ

Stephan Christ, German, is a sinologist at Hamburger University, whose research topic focuses on Confucianism in the 21st century. He also has rich experience in translating dramatic literature and has earned high academic achievement in this regard.

Distance separates no bosom friends at Silk Road Int'l Arts Festival (video)

The first Silk Road International Arts Festival was held in Xi'an, capital of northwest China's Shaanxi province, from Sept 12, 2014.

Africa: Our Celebration

The first Silk Road International Arts Festival was held in Xi’an, capital of northwest China’s Shaanxi province, from Sept 12, 2014.

Africa: our Celebration

The first Silk Road International Arts Festival was held in Xi’an, capital of northwest China’s Shaanxi province, from Sept 12, 2014.

Arabic costume and dance show (video)

On Sept 2, a launching ceremony of the third Arabic Arts Festival co-hosted by China’s Ministry of Culture, the Ministry of Foreign Affairs.

Mei Lanfang's son discusses father's impact on Peking Opera

Mei Lanfang's son Mei Baojiu will lead the Beijing Peking Opera Theater troupe to the US in August for a series of performances to celebrate his father's 120th anniversary.

Lang Lang brings out World Cup spirit through piano

To relive that memorable month, China's renowned pianist Lang Lang hit the keys to show how passionate he is about both music and football. He has just held a concert in Rio de Janeiro, where the World Cup final took place.

Guo Zhen: relation between artistic creation and life experiences

Today, we invite Guozhen, a painter living in America. Today she will share with us the relation between artistic creation and life experiences. Mrs. Guo, hello, welcome.

Red Poppy Ladies perform in New York City (video)

Li Zhiyong and his KungFu Bunny

Since 2005, Mr. Li has devoted himself to animation creation and his works have received many prizes at home and abroad. Mr. Li is also an animation teacher at Communication University of China.

Drinking Baijiu in China

Baijiu is the national alcoholic beverage of China. The Chinese have been drinking it for centuries.

Matouqin music plays on

The matouqin, or horse-head fiddle, is a traditional Mongolian bowed string instrument.