Farewell My Concubine: The Beijing Opera

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Category: Asia A&E, Lifestyle, Culture

Published on Thursday, 15 May 2014 14:41

Written by A&E Contributing Editor

To celebrate 35th anniversary of Sino-American diplomatic relations, the Shanghai Municipal Administration of Culture, Radio, Film and Television is presenting a new and innovative film to the United States, part of an exchange and exhibition of Chinese culture.  

In conjunction with Dolby Laboratories, the film's director will showcase Farewell My Concubine:  The Beijing Opera before a special industry audience on May 30, 2014 at the Dolby Theatre.

Farewell My Concubine:  The Beijing Opera, directed by Junjie Teng, is the first film made by a Chinese filmmaker utilizing native 3D photography to capture the art and drama of the Beijing Opera. The film represents a pioneering step in combining the traditional Chinese culture with modern 3D technology. 

WHO:  Teng and the film's respected actors Shang Changrong and Shi Yihong will attend and participate in a Q&A following the screening.  In addition, many dignitaries and industry professionals are expected to attend.  A list of expected guests will be announced at a later date.

WHEN:            Friday, May 30, 2014

6:15 p.m.         Press Call

7:00 p.m.         Red Carpet Arrivals

8:00 p.m.         Screening

9:45 p.m.         Q&A with Director and Cast

WHERE:     The Dolby Theatre

6801 Hollywood Blvd.

Hollywood, CA 90028