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Chinese Cultural Arts Celebration
Featuring traditional Chinese song, dance, and music (each performance lasts approximately 45 minutes)
When:
January 25, 2014 10:30pm to January 26, 2014 4:30pm
Where
Artisans and performers from China's Zhejiang Province will highlight the cultural arts of China during a weekend of special activities including traditional music, dance, and folk crafts. Experience cup-rolling acrobatics, a tea-gatherers’ dance, and songs of dragon boats. Watch folk artists demonstrate dragon lantern making, bamboo root carving, stone and clay sculpting, and embroidery. Sample authentic Chinese cuisine and enjoy special exhibits of stunning photography and beautiful penjing. All activities are included with general admission.
Performances
Zhejiang Performing Arts Group
11 a.m., 1 p.m., 3 p.m.
Featuring traditional Chinese song, dance, and music (each performance lasts approximately 45 minutes)
Location: Scott Galleries Lawn
Demonstrations
Zhejiang Province Artisans
10:30 a.m.–4 p.m.
Location: Chinese Garden
Other Highlights
Photography Exhibition: A Year in Zhejiang
Location: Chinese Garden Road
Penjing & Viewing Stone Displaysby The Southern Breeze Tree & Stone Society
Location: Huntington Art Gallery Loggia
Floral arrangements courtesy of Rosa Zee
Performance times and locations are subject to change due to weather; updated celebration schedule will be posted in the Entry Complex the day of the event.
Event Website URL:
Phone Number:
(626) 405-2100
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