Egypt's puppet theater takes kids on journey

In a dark atmosphere backstage with dim bluish light in the background, shapes of the Sphinx and the three Great Pyramids of Egypt were put in place as the setting, while marionettists were preparing their colorful string puppets, including many in ancient Egyptian costumes.

Children drama festival to be held in Beijing

​A festival featuring children's drama shows will be held in Beijing from July 16 to Aug. 15.

Immersive show 'Spectacle' debuts in Dali

"Spectacle," an immersive, futuristic and experimental theatrical drama, premiered in Dali, Yunnan province, on June 19. The show is a unique blend of drama, music, visuals, arts and games.

Foreign diplomats watch play marking victory

Diplomats from 55 countries were invited to view a Chinese play The Night at the Fragrant Hills, at the Beijing People's Art Theater on Tuesday.

Dance drama debuts with banquet of Beijing life

Dancer-choreographer Liu Yan staged her debut directorial dance drama Jing Yan on June 18 at the Century Theater in Beijing.

New Disney live show set to premiere

A new Disney live show production, "Mickey's Storybook Adventure," will debut at the Walt Disney Grand Theatre on June 15.

Uniting stories of Silk Road through dance

Two performances of The Great Unity were held at the National Center for the Performing Arts on May 22 and 23.

Shunyi Grand Theater opens with national opera

Shunyi Grand Theater officially opened Sunday with the launch of week-long events, announced its operators in Shunyi, Beijing.

Rebirth of an ancient art

Originating from Suzhou in Jiangsu province, Kunqu Opera is famed for its elegance in performance style, lyrics and costumes.

Cairo Opera House wows audience with Verdi's world-famous opera Aida

Premiered in 1871, Aida was one of the most popular masterpieces written by Verdi under the commission of Khedive Ismail of Egypt.