Chinese perspectives in a western classic

Acclaimed choreographer and dancer Yang Liping's rendition of The Rite of Spring to premiere in China in October, Cao Chen reports in Shanghai.

The Rite of Spring by Yang Liping, the iconic Chinese choreographer and dancer, will make its world premiere at the Yunnan Arts University in October before embarking on its global tour with its first stop being the Oct 19 to 21 Shanghai International Arts Festival.

The dance performance will then go on tour in cities including New York, London and Amsterdam.