Understanding the Hand Gestures and Face Masks of Chinese Opera

A breakdown of some of the most notable hand gestures and face masks that appear in Chinese opera performances.

by That's Beijing, 27 June 2019

Surviving Immersive Theater Sensation Sleep No More

We checked out Punchdrunk Theater's hit immersive adaptation of Macbeth, which recently extended its Shanghai run into May.

by Zoey Zha, 20 February 2017

WATCH: Backstage at 'Wicked' Ahead of China Tour

An exclusive sneak peek behind the scenes of the critically acclaimed musical ahead of its China tour.

by Bridget O'Donnell, 23 April 2017

We Spoke with Ann James on Starring in China's Highest-Grossing Film of All Time

The Shanghai-based theater producer chats with us on how a bathroom audition helped land her a part in 'Wolf Warrior 2.'

by Bridget O'Donnell, 14 August 2017

Interview: William Mann on his One Man Shakespeare Show

Mann, a veteran performer, plays his own version of Macbeth on Thursdays this month in Shenzhen.

by Luigi Mondino, 07 March 2017

Shanghai International Film Festival Postponed Due to COVID-19

The new dates for the 23rd Shanghai International Film Festival will be announced at a later time.

by Ryan Gandolfo, 21 May 2020

Off Script: Beijing Theater Group With a Twist

The story of Middle Kingdom Creatives, a community of actors in Beijing.

by Mike Fox, 31 March 2023

Shanghai Omnijoi International Cinema's Design is an Ode to Film

Copper pipes serve as the main design plotline at this new movie theatre in Shanghai.

by Dominic Ngai, 22 July 2017

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