Shakespeare's Romeo and Juliet has been adapted in many forms since the bard wrote it in 1597. Chinese avant-garde woman director Tian Qinxin's production premiered at Hong Kong Arts Festival early this month and won wide acclaim for its modern approach and connection with China's social reality. The popular actress Yin Tao plays a unique Chinese Juliet and Li Guangjie Romeo.
An exhibition bringing together artists from Ireland and China not only sparks a dynamic visual conversation but also demonstrates the global bond between artists.
As journalists, we get to fly so frequently it's become like hopping on and off a bus, even if that bus is more often than not an Airbus. This year so far, my frequent-flyer miles have already been augmented by at least a dozen flights, both within China on short-haul routes and longer journeys abroad.
The 82-year-old hunchbacked shaman Liang Yongyu takes out his green gown, black headband and a sword from the bottom of a chest with trembling hands and puts them on with help from his wife.
Yellowish clumps unearthed in ancient tombs in Northwestern China have been identified as the oldest physical evidence of cheese, researchers report in the Journal of Archaeological Science in February.
In Lhasa, ringing in Losar, the Tibetan New Year celebration, has much to recommend it. Not only can visitors witness important cultural and spiritual rituals but also they can enjoy the city's scenic spots free from the throngs of tourists. Sun Ye soaks in the atmosphere.
A recurring brain tumor didn't keep Feng Ying from finding the love of her life, and the optimistic couple is looking to a future with options, they tell Qi Xin in Zhengzhou, Henan.
When visiting a foreign country, some people like to visit the monuments, others the restaurants while some want to seek out the natural wonders.
Craftsmen in Beijing's art zones work hard to develop their trade despite a struggling global economy. Wang Ru chats with the makers of our monuments.
Liao Fan is a risk taker. It is hard to detect a common theme running through the more than 50 roles he has done on screen and stage.
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