The xieyi ("drawing the spirit") style of Chinese painting transcends mere brushwork, employing loose strokes to evoke a simple, abstract ambiance. It aims to convey a sense of freedom and expressiveness.
Throughout history, kites have been close to people's daily lives and influenced by folk traditions. They have not only become embedded in folk culture but also provide entertainment and physical activity. This heritage has been passed down, demonstrating the enduring vitality of Chinese civilization.
As the spring arrives, migratory birds are heading to their annual breeding grounds. The Chongming Dongtan National Nature Reserve in Shanghai, which is located in the middle of the East Asian-Australasian Flyway, is a major stopover point for migratory waterbirds making the long journey.
The 14th Beijing International Film Festival held its curtain call on Friday night, unveiling the winners of its top honor, the Tiantan Award, during its closing ceremony.
The 2024 Lancang-Mekong Cooperation Art and Design Award was inaugurated in Beijing on April 24, centering on the theme of green power.
The National Theater of China revealed its latest opus, Shoudao Zhaohuan Dunhuang (literally translated as "calling from Dunhuang"), promising a captivating fusion of drama and music.
Director Ding Sheng, renowned for his prowess in helming action blockbusters such as Jackie Chan's Police Story 2013, is breaking new ground with his latest cinematic endeavor, Nothing Can't be Undone by a Hotpot. This crime comedy, starring actress Yang Mi and actor Yu Qian, is slated for a nationwide theatrical release on May 1.
To the Wonder, an original production by iQIYI, China's leading online content provider, held its Asia premiere at the China Film Archive in Beijing on April 25.
A captivating original Chinese musical, Flying Apsaras, produced by Li Dun and featuring songs by songwriter San Bao, has commenced its staging in Beijing from April 25 to 27, captivating audiences with its enchanting narrative and melodious compositions.
During the Third National Conference on Reading, the China Audio-video and Digital Publishing Association unveiled the 2023 China Digital Reading Report, revealing a robust expansion in the nation's digital reading landscape. The report highlighted that the overall revenue of China's digital reading market in 2023 surged to 56.7 billion yuan ($7.82 billion), marking a substantial 22.33 percent increase year-on-year.
Students and teachers of Beijing Dance Academy captivated audiences with their original Chinese dance drama, April Day On Earth, performed on April 21 and 22. Directed by Dang Qi and Liang Qun, with choreography by Xie Changhui and Lou Hui, and music composed by Qian Qi, the production narrates the compelling story of Lin Huiyin, an esteemed 20th-century Chinese architect, poet, and writer.
April has become a visual extravaganza for Chinese anime enthusiasts, with the recent release of Hayao Miyazaki's Oscar-winning film The Boy and the Heron followed by the highly anticipated arrival of Spy x Family Code: White, one of Japan's highest-grossing films this year, hitting theaters across the Chinese mainland on April 30.
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