Culture Stories

Costumes, choreography and hi-tech backdrops bring the past to the present

By Matthew Little, Epoch Times Staff
Nov 24, 2007

By Pam McLennan, Epoch Times Ottawa Staff
Nov 11, 2007

The early days of Qi Xiaochun's training were rigorous. As a child, her father taught her to play the erhu in a nearby park. He insisted she practice outside every day, rain or shine.

'Song and dance' show brings Chinese culture to audiences around the world

By Cindy Chan and Joan Delaney, Epoch Times Staff
Nov 06, 2007

China once went by the name "The Land of the Divine" (Shen Zhou), because the people of the time believed that Chinese culture was a gift from the heavens.

From imperial court protocols to fine arts, music, fashion, and even science, all aspects of the society were aligned with the divine order.

By Kay Bel/Epoch Times Australia Staff
Mar 31, 2007

"Ladies of the Manchu Court" (NTDTV)

Chinese dance is a comprehensive system, strict in its sense of precision and unity yet unrestricted in its visual language and capable of depicting all forms of beings and emotional expression through bodily and facial movement.

• Celebrating the New Year
•  Lantern Festival
• Dragon Boat Festival
• Mid-Autumn Festival
• Winter Solstice

Names tell a tale, they say. of the many names for China over the centuries, one stands out for all that it promises to tell: Shenzhou- "The Divine Land."

The Meaning of Colors in Ancient China

Reprinted with permission by Pureinsight.org
 
Five Elements…Five Colors

For more than 2000 years, the Chinese people have used brilliant colors. Today in modern China, red is a very popular color. However, contrary to popular belief, ancient peoples did not pay special attention to the color red

In Chinese, Taizi (the crown prince) is also called Chujun (king-in-waiting). Raising a good successor to the throne was a very important job, as it affected the long-term health of the country. Emperor Taizong of the Tang Dynasty took it very seriously. Crown prince Li Zhi was a kind and righteous person but lacked courage and determination. Emperor Taizong made careful plans to educate Li Zhi so he would be able to keep his good traits and improve on his weaknesses.

An In Depth Look: The Wondrous Costumes Used in the Broadway Spectacular

Costumes genuinely and accurately designed to reflect the true histories of the various Chinese dynasties represented

By Peter Wei
Epoch Times