'Hamlet' in Tibetan opera playwright's eyes

The Tibetan version of "Hamlet" was performed in Beijing during its latest tour in 2023, following its 2021 premiere in Shanghai. It was translated by Nyima Dondrup, a national first-level playwright of Tibetan opera.

French theater director's 20-year ties with Chinese operas

French theater director Patrick Sommier has been devoted to passing on the true meaning of Chinese operas which, according to him, are the assembly of all art forms, to the French public.

Young people savor beauty of Chinese dance dramas

Chinese dance dramas have garnered high acclaim from youngsters due to their diverse themes, spanning human relations with nature, iconic literati and historical novels, and artistic practices from both the East and the West.

​Comedian Guo Degang initiates new cause to promote Peking Opera

China's popular cross-talk comedian and Peking Opera performer Guo Degang announced this week that he will head an art research commission dedicated to the promotion of the Qi School of Peking Opera.

Beijing's guilds enter golden era

Renovated historical buildings find new life as cultural centers and theaters, offering visitors a glimpse of the past.

Chinese traditional operas revitalized by social media

On China's popular social media Sina Weibo, the topic "How stunning is Chinese opera" has been read 26.32 million times and has sparked 18,000 discussions.

Budapest int'l Circus Festival kicks off

The 15th Budapest International Circus Festival, one of the world's most prestigious such events hosted by the Capital Circus of Budapest, opened here on Wednesday.

Theater takes center stage

A prestigious director's vision to turn a small town in Jiangxi province into a cultural hub for theater practitioners, students and enthusiasts is now coming to life.

Street dance in China -- from niche to pop culture phenomenon

Recently, the China Hip-hop Union Committee (CHUC) under the China Dancers Association celebrated its 10th anniversary. Set up in September 2013 to facilitate the development of street dance, the committee has made notable efforts in this regard in about a decade.

Youthful spirits revitalize life of aged students

As melodic tunes permeate the classroom, a group of students gracefully manipulate their folding fans, moving to the rhythm and cadence of teacher Li Sijun's instructions.