Taylor Swift Eras Tour Returns to Wembley for Five Nights Taylor Swift’s monumental Eras Tour is set to make a highly anticipated return to Wembley Stadium. This time, she will perform for an additional five nights. Notably, the final performance on August 20 will close out the European leg of the tour. Her return to London follows...
Older Women in Ballet: A Growing Trend in Japan In recent years, Japan has witnessed a remarkable trend: a growing number of older women in ballet. These women, often middle-aged or elderly, are either embracing classical ballet for the first time or returning to a long-forgotten passion. Consequently, this surge in interest has led to the...
Western Painting Techniques in Qing Dynasty Art During the Qing Dynasty (1644-1911), the imperial court housed a unique collection of paintings. These works, created by European missionaries, showcased a blend of Eastern and Western artistic traditions. A significant example is the painting Pine, Hawk, and Lingzhi Fungus, completed in 1724 by Italian court painter Giuseppe Castiglione,...
The comprehensive inventory of Mawangdui Tombs artifacts, including the renowned mummified remains of Lady Xin Zhui, has finally been completed after decades of meticulous efforts. The collection encompasses 26,937 items, categorized into three primary groups: lacquerware, textiles, and bamboo and silk manuscripts, according to a report by state broadcaster CCTV on Tuesday, citing the Hunan Museum....
Italian Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni inaugurated an exhibition honoring Marco Polo at the China Millennium Monument in Beijing on Monday, marking her first state visit to China since taking office. The exhibition, titled “A Journey of Knowledge: The Travels of Marco Polo and Its Legacy Between East and West,” commemorates both the 700th anniversary of...
The Beijing Central Axis, known as “A Building Ensemble Exhibiting the Ideal Order of the Chinese Capital,” has been officially recognized as a World Heritage Site at the 46th session of the UNESCO World Heritage Committee in New Delhi, India. This marks China’s 59th entry on the prestigious list. The Beijing Central Axis, situated at...
Renowned Chinese guzheng musician Chang Jing is celebrating the Paris 2024 Olympic Games with a unique musical gift. On the opening day of the Games, Chang will release her new album, Red, White, Blue, which features adaptations of works by French composers Maurice Ravel, Erik Satie, and Claude Debussy. Chang Jing, known for her captivating...
At the Paris 2024 Olympics, Chinese culture is making a significant impact, showcased through various cultural elements and the Chinese sports delegation’s distinctive uniforms. This cultural exchange is highlighted by the French National Olympic and Sports Committee’s (CNOSF) recent receipt of four pieces of Chinese blue and white porcelain, symbolizing the ongoing cultural appreciation between...
Avid fans of Chinese kung fu will be thrilled to learn that the Shenzhen-produced groundbreaking dance drama “Wing Chun” is set to tour the U.K., France, and Russia from August to October. Presented by Shenzhen Opera and Dance Theatre, this highly acclaimed dance drama will be staged at Sadler’s Wells Theatre in London from August...
The Grand Canal Museum of Beijing saw a surge of visitors on Thursday as the “Unveiling Sanxingdui of Ancient Shu Civilization” exhibition opened its doors. This exhibition, which features 265 artifacts, has drawn pieces from 12 cultural institutions and museums, with many of the relics leaving Southwest China’s Sichuan Province for the first time. Among...