Memory of Russia

The modern drama troupe of the China Railway Art Ensemble is preparing for a national tour of its 3-act play Memory, after debuting it at Beijing's Central Academy of Drama last weekend.

The production, which is being staged to celebrate the 60th anniversary of New China, will tour the country in April, then return for a second run in Beijing at the end of May.

The drama, which is set against the background of Russian culture, recounts the memories of a veteran Russian writer, in particular the three women in his life.