Theater exchanges bring Chinese, Japanese people closer

​When Chou Sugo, a senior student at Waseda University in Tokyo, saw the Chinese Kunqu Opera for the first time in his life here, he was greatly impressed.

Reimagining a classic

Classic theater productions' adaptations are inevitably compared with the originals－for better or for worse.

Veteran theater director makes Wuzhen debut

It is 5 am and Tadashi Suzuki is awake. The Japanese theater director enjoys walking in Wuzhen, the ancient town of canals located in Tongxiang, Zhejiang province.

Wuzhen Theatre Festival: Young actors tackle social issues

The Wuzhen Theatre Festival in east China's Zhejiang Province is injecting energy into the sleepy water town of Wuzhen.

European director brings 'Diary of One Who Disappeared' to Beijing

World-famous musical 'Diary of One Who Disappeared' will be staged at the Beijing Music Festival on Oct. 22.

Theatre in education becomes in focus

Drama studies offer a learning avenue that can enhance the curriculum. However, there are questions as to how to use drama to its full benefit in the education system.

Unique expo pays homage to legendary Cuban dancer

​In one of the halls of Havana's Grand Theater on Saturday, 39 canvases, four installations, a bronze sculpture and three creations of mixed media on resin and fabric started their display.

NCPA to stage famous Verdi opera in Beijing

​Aida, one of the most popular masterpieces of preeminent Italian opera composer Giuseppe Verdi, will be staged at the National Centre for the Performing Arts (NCPA) in Beijing from Oct. 23 to 28.

Young Chinese choreographers' new dances

Two young Chinese choreographers' new works Yong 2 and Collision created a feast, fusing classical and contemporary dancing styles.

English version of 'The Orphan of Zhao' starts Asia tour

An English production of the traditional Chinese play, "The Orphan of Zhao," was staged in Beijing, starting its Asian tour.