A Festival of Arts

Shanghai International Arts Festival, hosted by the Ministry of Culture and organized by Shanghai government, is the only state-level arts festival in China. Established in 1999, the annual event has grown into a significant platform for cultural exchange. The arts festival follows the tenet of “A Festival of Arts, a Gala for All” and consists of stage performances, exhibitions, the “Art Space” series, arts education program, performing arts fair, forums, themed festivals, and the young talents program called “Rising Artists’ Works.”

Shanghai International Arts Festival, hosted by the Ministry of Culture and organized by Shanghai government, is the only state-level arts festival in China. Established in 1999, the annual event has grown into a significant platform for cultural exchange. The arts festival follows the tenet of “A Festival of Arts, a Gala for All” and consists of stage performances, exhibitions, the “Art Space” series, arts education program, performing arts fair, forums, themed festivals, and the young talents program called “Rising Artists’ Works.”

Pina Bausch's signature work makes its China debut - Art & Culture in China

Pina Bausch's signature work makes its China debut

Performance at the Shanghai International Dance Center Theater features 35 dancers chosen from 13 African countries to perform the late choreographer's creation.

2024-11-15 22:07 0

Eifman Ballet founder joins company on his maiden visit, their fifth - Art & Culture in China

Eifman Ballet founder joins company on his maiden visit, their fifth

Eifman Ballet founder and artistic director Boris Eifman speaks with Shanghai Daily on his maiden visit to Shanghai, which his ballet company knows well.

2024-11-15 20:21 0

Shanghai Opera House's 'Don Giovanni' features international cast - Art & Culture in China

Shanghai Opera House's 'Don Giovanni' features international cast

The Shanghai Opera House will host a full performance of Mozart's "Don Giovanni" in Shanghai, with opera singers from Italy, Spain and Canada.

2024-11-12 17:35 0

Cutting-edge technologies meet street dance and music - Lifestyle in China

Cutting-edge technologies meet street dance and music

A series of art activities are being staged in Anting Town of Jiading District as part of the ongoing 23rd China Shanghai International Arts Festival.

2024-11-03 20:43 0

Schaubühne Berlin gives a contemporary interpretation to Shakespeare's 'Hamlet' - Art & Culture in China

Schaubühne Berlin gives a contemporary interpretation to Shakespeare's 'Hamlet'

The contemporary adaptation of Shakespeare's classic "Hamlet" by the German theatrical company Schaubühne Berlin will be performed in Shanghai this week.

2024-11-01 20:55 0

Vienna Philharmonic back in Shanghai for Arts Festival - Art & Culture in China

Vienna Philharmonic back in Shanghai for Arts Festival

Under the baton of popular conductor Andris Nelsons, renowned orchestra returns to the city after five years, presenting two concerts this week at the Shanghai Oriental Art Center.

2024-10-31 20:48 0

Yang Liping's 'Jingchu Impression' makes Shanghai debut - Art & Culture in China

Yang Liping's 'Jingchu Impression' makes Shanghai debut

The latest dance performance at Shanghai Grand Theater directed by the famed choreographer is inspired by the culture of ancient Chinese state Chu and works by poet Qu Yuan.

2024-10-31 20:42 0

Concerts, musicals and dance shows... oh my! - Art & Culture in China

Concerts, musicals and dance shows... oh my!

The In•Shanghai Artfest at The INLET gives spectators a wonderful and rare opportunity to see talented musicians, dancers and singers up close.

2024-10-28 20:48 0

Bolshoi and Mariinsky present ballet fest - Art & Culture in China

Bolshoi and Mariinsky present ballet fest

The best two Russian ballet companies are in Shanghai at the same time, in a real treat for local ballet fans.

2024-10-27 20:39 0

Ratimir Martinovic: Shanghai really impressive in terms of spirit - Art & Culture in China

Ratimir Martinovic: Shanghai really impressive in terms of spirit

The founder and artistic director of the KotorArt Festival was particularly struck by Shanghai's vibrant spirit, which is evident in its local culture and art scene.

2024-10-25 17:56 0