The curtain hangs lightly, its white surface glowing softly. Behind it, lamps flicker to life, and a unique, resonant singing voice, the hallmark of Hehuang shadow puppetry, begins to weave through the air in Xining, the capital city of Qinghai province.
This year marks the 25th anniversary of Kunqu Opera's inscription on UNESCO's list of Masterpieces of the Oral and Intangible Heritage of Humanity. To mark the occasion and promote this ancient art form, the Global 100 Du Liniangs Promotion activities were announced to kick off in Beijing on Jan 31.
Since the launch of the "Yibo Plan" in 2023, an initiative between the China Association of Performing Arts and Douyin, more than 81.9 million livestreaming performances have been broadcast — an average of 830 every single day.
The Beijing People's Art Theatre has announced an exciting lineup for its 2026 season, bringing a dynamic mix of new productions, timeless classics, and international collaborations.
Born into a family committed to preserving its ethnic cultural heritage, Shengte Wuji grew up in a home designed in the traditional Yi architectural style and adorned with Yi figure sculptures and murals.
"Did you shave your head for Legend of the Magnate, or was it a prop?" The question, posed by a curious industry insider, was directed at A-list actor Chen Xiao during a seminar held in Beijing earlier this week.
An exhibition displaying traditional woodblock New Year prints opened at the Prince Kung's Palace Museum in Beijing on Wednesday.
A total of 190 projects, spanning genres from drama and documentary to animated series, have been donated by 77 production companies and will be made available for free on the Revisiting Classics Channel.
As Spring Festival approaches, the film industry is gearing up for its peak season.
Dancers perform at the "Happy Chinese New Year in Bishkek 2026" cultural show in Bishkek, Kyrgyzstan, Feb. 4, 2026.
Thailand is gearing up for cultural festivities during the Spring Festival in a move to boost nationwide travel demand and reinforce its position as a leading global destination for Chinese New Year celebrations, the Tourism Authority of Thailand (TAT) announced on Thursday.
To mark the upcoming Spring Festival, a festive cultural market was held this week at China Central Place in Beijing, bringing together intangible cultural heritage crafts, handmade goods, as well as food and beverages in a public setting.
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