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Conductor welcomes the return of the sound of music

2023-03-28 14:37

Walking into the guest room near the concert hall of the National Centre for the Performing Arts during the afternoon of March 27, Russian conductor Valery Gergiev looks at the photos hanging on the walls, featuring international musicians who performed at the venue, such as violinist Anne-Sophie Mutter and conductor Seiji Ozawa.

China unveils its top 10 archaeological finds of 2022

2023-03-28 14:09

The National Cultural Heritage Administration announced its "Top 10 New Archaeological Discoveries of 2022" on March 28. The annual list, first launched in 1990, has been generally hailed as one of the most important honors bestowed on archaeological projects in China.

Tibetan ethnic culture fused with tea, music and dance

2023-03-28 13:44

A fusion of Tibetan ethnic culture featuring Tibetan sweet tea and a local musical instrument liuxianqin, or six-stringed plucked instrument, and coffee and street dance, showcases the contemporary life of local people in Lhasa, the regional capital.

Rural tourism gives ancient village a future to cherish

2023-03-28 06:19

As the mist settles over the UNESCO world geopark in Zhangjiajie, Hunan province, the settlements nestled deep in the mountains awaken to the aroma of cooking in the early hours of the morning.

Academics focus on civilization

2023-03-28 06:15

Discussion highlights respect for diversity and importance of dialogue, Yang Yang reports.

Entertainment with ancient roots tunes into a modern following

2023-03-28 06:04

Mild, exquisite, sentimental and melodious, Kunqu Opera has distinctive features, which make it one of the most popular traditional Chinese operas.

Next generation sets the stage for art genre's future

2023-03-28 05:58

From centuries of being passed down through mentorship, to the modern day, when the youth edition of The Peony Pavilion ignited fervor among university students, Kunqu Opera's history has been closely connected with the continued effort of generations of young people.

Kunqu comes alive

2023-03-28 05:45

Younger audiences and international exposure benefit the opera style, Chen Nan reports.

Renowned Chinese novelists green light their tales for screen

2023-03-27 15:19

More than 10 award-winning Chinese writers, including Bi Feiyu, Fan Xiaoqing, and Su Tong, collectively signed to allow the screen adaptation of their popular novels, in Suzhou, Jiangsu province, on March 22.

Belt and Road Poetry Bridge event spotlights cultures through original-language readings

2023-03-27 14:02

Belt and Road Poetry Bridge event spotlights cultures through original-language readings, Yang Yang reports.

Rock band set to perform with youth in summer camp

2023-03-27 10:22

Chinese rock band, Black Panther, will perform with 2,000 Chinese teenagers during a summer camp to be held in Chongli in Zhangjiakou, Hebei province, from July 17 to 21.

Aerial photographers reveal city's conservation efforts

2023-03-27 09:56

An aerial photography competition kicked off on Sunday in Yichang, Hubei province, with a focus on the ecological conservation of the Yangtze River, as well as the culture, landscape and development of the city.

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