Cultural events of the week: July 5-11
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Editor's note: An exhibition featuring fine lacquer wares from the reign of the Qianlong Emperor; two theatrical dramas – one from Broadway and one by a famous Chinese director; as well as a dance performance that explores the meaning of life. Here are four events you don't want to miss this week.
1, Chinese Lacquer Ware from the reign of the Qianlong Emperor (1736~1796) from the Palace Museum
This new exhibition at the Guardian Art Center features over 100 pieces of art from 18,000 sets of Chinese lacquer ware produced during the reign of the Qianlong Emperor. The pieces are provided by the Palace Museum. It is divided into four units: carved lacquer ware, ornaments and gilded lacquer, colorful carvings and crammed lacquer, as well as embedded artworks. In addition, an imitation lacquer porcelain unit will also be showcased to present the characteristics, artistic aesthetic and influence of lacquer crafts of this period.
Venue: Guardian Art Center, Beijing
Dates: July 9 - Oct. 12
2, Play "A Streetcar Named Desire"
Broadway production "A Streetcar Named Desire" is regarded as one of the most successful masterpieces by Tennessee Williams. It received worldwide attention for its wide use of symbolism and won the Pulitzer Prize for Drama in 1948.
Venue: Shanghai Dramatic Arts Center
Dates: July 1-18
3, Play "Writing in Water"
Directed by famous Chinese director Stan Lai, the play "Writing in Water" tells the story of the wonder life of He Shi, a teacher who does not believe in "Happiness Lessons," encouraging the audience to discuss and reflect on the value and meaning of life.
Venue: Beijing Tianqiao Performing Arts Center
Dates: July 10-11
4, Xie Xin's Dance Work "From In"
"From In" explores the concept of the human being on different levels. The performance dissects the structure of the Chinese character "Ren (人)," sees the human body as it is, and examines the rational logic of the body's movement. Through the body, the dance explores the inner core of the human being, our emotions and memories that arise from interaction, and the spiritual dimensions that make us human.
Venue: National Centre for the Performing Arts, Beijing
Dates: July 10-11
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