The flash crowds on Kunqu opera will be staged at spots such as the Eiffel Tower and also the Arc de Triomphe later today, noting the main launch of the “An Encounter with Chinese Culture” Jiangsu Week of Kunqu Opera in Paris, France. The event will certainly last through September 16.
This year marks the 20th anniversary of the establishment of a comprehensive tactical partnership in between China as well as the European Union, as well as the year 2024 will certainly commemorate the 60th wedding anniversary of the establishment of diplomatic relationships in between China and also France. Organized by the Info Workplace of Jiangsu Provincial Individuals’s Federal government and also Jiangsu Provincial Organization of International Cultural Exchanges, the occasion is implemented by Jiangsu Provincial Group of Carrying Out Arts, Nanjing University of the Arts, the School of Arts at Nanjing College, as well as the Information Workplace of Suzhou Municipal Individuals’s Federal government.
Coming from Suzhou in the fourteenth century, Kunqu opera is just one of the earliest genres of standard Chinese operas. In the following days, a series of tasks including efficiencies of Kunqu opera classics, interactive screens, an exhibition, as well as an academic workshop will certainly be held, supplying a cultural feast of Kunqu opera to individuals in France.
Classic Performances
On September 14 and 15, Jiangsu Kunqu Theatre will certainly present Peony Pavilion, created by Flavor Xianzu throughout the Ming Dynasty (1368-1644), at the Free Theatre (Théâtre Libre).
Interactive Display
From today to September 16, three items of Kunqu opera consisting of Liang Chenyu is Delighted during the night will be presented at galleries and colleges throughout Paris.
Themed Exhibition
On September 13 and 14, a special exhibition on the society of Kunqu opera will be held at the Guimet Gallery.
The exhibit falls into the categories of “Forefather of the Hundred Plays– Levels of Chinese Opera”, “Terrific Kunqu Opera– Unique Charm of Kunqu Opera”, “Kunqu Opera in Contemporary Period as well as World”, as well as “Native Home of Kunqu Opera– View of Jiangsu with Chinese Modernization”. It will certainly display the background, composed documents, props, outfits, music instruments, and also international exchanges related to the theatrical form.
A few of the displays are provided by Suzhou Kunqu Opera Theater of Jiangsu District, Suzhou Opera Gallery, and Kunshan Contemporary Kunqu Cinema. The exhibit collects Kunqu-related exhibitions, the majority of which are seldom seen.
Academic Workshop
On September 15, a seminar will certainly be held at the China Cultural Center in Paris for experts and scholars from China, France, and also other countries to be participated in conversations on Kunqu opera.