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HK performing arts expo hosts promotional event in Beijing

2024-06-19 14:33

In a bid to entice top-tier productions and performing arts groups from the Chinese mainland, the 2024 Hong Kong Performing Arts Expo held a promotional event in Beijing on June 17.

Summer festival unveils spectacular lineup in Beijing

2024-06-19 12:04

The annual Gateway to Arts summer festival is set to enchant audiences from July 5 to Aug 31 at the Forbidden City Concert Hall in Beijing. This two-month extravaganza will showcase 65 live performances, 11 mini-summer camps, and 15 charity events, making it a must-visit for art enthusiasts of all ages.

Singing competition celebrates musical talent of elderly participants

2024-06-19 11:30

The China Association of the University for the Aged and the Guo Lanying Arts Development Foundation launched a singing competition for senior citizens in Beijing on June 17.

More Australian tourists eye China after visa-free policy

2024-06-19 07:25

Australian tourists have shown increased enthusiasm to travel to China after they were included in the unilateral visa-free policy list on Monday.

Legacy of Li Keran and pioneering artists revived at auction preview

2024-06-18 15:57

Decades ago, Li Keran (1907-89) embarked on transformative sketch journeys with fellow artists, venturing across China's picturesque landscapes to draw inspiration directly from nature. These expeditions, driven by a desire to innovate Chinese ink painting, led Li to develop a unique brushstroke style that captured the essence of the country's diverse scenery and reflected its societal changes.

A date with old quarries-turned-ecological park in Weihai

2024-06-18 10:54

Weihai, a coastal city sitting on the tip of the Shandong Peninsula, wowed a cohort of foreign journalists and influencers with its clean oceans, leisured coastal lifestyle and vibrant folk culture, during their three-day media tour from June 5 to 7.

Brechignac's Yellow Season redefines nature-inspired creations

2024-06-18 10:22

Renowned artist Jonathan Brechignac, honored with the prestigious Yishu 8 France Young Artist Award, has unveiled his captivating solo exhibition Yellow Season in Beijing. Featuring seven paintings and two sculptures crafted during his two-month residency in the city, Brechignac's innovative use of pine pollen offers a fresh perspective on Beijing's spring scenery.

Theater production showcases collaboration and bridges cultures

2024-06-18 10:17

The theatrical spectacle, We Found Love in Amoy, illuminated the stage at Beijing's Tianqiao Performing Arts Center on June 15 and 16, showcasing a harmonious collaboration between Banlam Grand Theater and Taiwan Godot Theater Company. This production intricately weaves together the narratives of three couples across different epochs, all linked by a piano nestled within the enchanting confines of the Gulangyu Piano Museum in Xiamen, Fujian province.

Peking Opera honors Gong Quanzhen's inspirational life

2024-06-18 10:04

The remarkable tale of Gong Quanzhen (1923-2023), a steadfast member of the Communist Party of China for over seven decades, has been immortalized in a contemporary Peking Opera production by the prestigious China National Peking Opera Company. The opera, bearing Gong's name, made its grand debut in Beijing on June 14 and 15, paying tribute to her unwavering commitment to rural education and humanitarian causes.

Collaborative showcase exploring artistic influence

2024-06-18 09:57

Artist and professor Chen Xi, alongside her student Li Linlin, embarked on a joint exhibition in Beijing, delving into the profound impact of an art teacher on their students' creative endeavors. Through their dual showcases at Beijing's Phoenix Center, titled Jump Into A Rabbit Hole: Chen Xi and Her Students and Echo: Dedicated to Alice, the duo presented a diverse array of paintings, sculptures, and installations, illuminating the transformative journey from classroom to gallery space.

Playa Maya water park makes a splash in Beijing

2024-06-18 09:51

Beijing welcomed the grand opening of Playa Maya water park on June 15, offering a vibrant blend of aquatic thrills, carnival festivities, and artistic showcases to the public. Operated by Overseas Chinese Town's Happy Valley, this dynamic park marks the 12th addition to their esteemed roster of water parks, promising a diverse array of 35 water-based attractions tailored to visitors of all ages.

Museum night event celebrates art for all, physically and virtually

2024-06-18 09:47

The Art Museum of Central Academy of Fine Arts came alive on a vibrant Saturday night, brimming with joy, laughter, and delightful surprises. The diverse audience, comprising many young children and their parents, immersed themselves in the ongoing exhibition of graduation works — an annual showcase by the academy not only to display the achievements of its fresh graduates but also to share their creativity with the wider public.

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