Beijing
The Water Cube is transformed into a dreamy fairyland for the classic ballet Swan Lake, in which water ballet performers from the Imperial Russian Ballet present a feast that combines the charm of both ballet and sports.
7:30 pm, until Aug 23
National Aquatics Center (Water Cube), inside Beijing Olympic Park
400-818-3333
To celebrate the 78th anniversary of the founding of Communist Party of China, extracts from classical, red-themed Peking Operas will be staged. Accompanied by the orchestra of the National Peking Opera Theater, the performance consists of traditional opera programs, productions of the 1960s as well as modern compositions.
7:30 pm, July 1
Mei Lanfang Grand Theater, 32 Ping'anli Xidajie, Xicheng district
6623-5888
The Peony Pavilion, the classic Kunqu Opera, is on at the Imperial Granary, a perfect venue. The Imperial Granary was rebuilt in the Ming Dynasty 600 years ago, exactly at the time the Kunqu Opera was written.
6409-6477/6499
22 Dongsi Shitiao, Dongcheng district
380-1,980 yuan, including Peking Roast Duck buffet
The Chinese Acrobatics Group has toured more than 80 countries and helped foster friendships with them. Its performance includes traditional acrobatics, a circus show, magic and old Beijing folk plays. The show blends music, dance, local opera and martial arts.
7:30 pm, daily
Tiandi Theater, Dongsi Shitiao, Chaoyang district
6416-9893
CONCERTS
Theme songs from Disney movies will be performed by the China Broadcasting and Film Symphony Orchestra. Led by Fan Tao, the concert features music from Lion King, Finding Nemo, Tarzan and Mulan.
7:30 pm, tonight
Beijing Concert Hall, 1 Beixinhua Jie, Xicheng district
5166-4611
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