Artists perform Peking Opera "Farewell My Concubine" to mark the 100th anniversary of Chinese theater legend Mei Lanfang's visit to Japan in Tokyo, capital of Japan, Oct. 2, 2019. (Xinhua/Ma Caoran)
A total of 18 Peking Opera films are scheduled to be screened from April 16 to May 5 at the China National Film Museum, according to the organizers of the 14th Beijing International Film Festival.
The lineup features classic Peking Opera tales such as "Dragon and Phoenix Bringing Prosperity," "Farewell My Concubine" and "Qin Xianglian." These productions showcase diverse roles and performance styles, exemplifying the inheritance and evolution of contemporary Peking Opera art.
Organized by the museum and the China Film Co., Ltd., the screening aims to showcase the achievements of the Peking Opera film project over the past decade and draw more young audiences to feel the essence of Chinese culture.
Wang Xiangrong, the museum's deputy curator, pledged to harness the advantages of the museum in empowering literary classics with modern technologies and help promote Chinese culture.
Liverpool confirms Arne Slot as Jurgen Klopp's replacement
Line Of Duty star Martin Compston reveals a major update on the future of the BBC crime drama
Luna County corporal is charged for his role in deadly 2023 crash while responding to a call
New York City to require warning labels for sugary foods and drinks in chain restaurants
Dodgers acquire pitcher Yohan Ramírez from Mets for cash
Tennessee lawmakers approve bill criminalizing adults who help minors receive gender
Orpheus Pledger: Home and Away star is arrested after sparking a three
Senators demand accounting of rapid closure plan for California prison where women were abused
The unstoppable duo of Emma Stone and Yorgos Lanthimos
Cyclones and Wildcats will open 2025 season in the annual college football game in Ireland
Analysis: Larson enters conversation with Verstappen as best drivers in the world
National Guard soldiers were not called to address Israel