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Culture
Stories from History: Promoting Those Who Speak Frankly for Honest Advice and Less Flattery
January 27, 2012, 12:27 amDuring the Yongle period of the Ming Dynasty, there was a newly appointed official of the Emperor’s court. His name was Gao Wenya.
Eastern Dragons Manifest as Auspicious Figures
January 22, 2012, 1:38 pm
Jan. 23 marks this year’s Chinese New Year. After a Rabbit year, the upcoming year stands under the sign of the Dragon. Unlike Western dragons, in the Chinese tradition, [...]
Shen Yun Enchanting Audiences Worldwide (9 of 9)
January 19, 2012, 8:05 pm
This is Part 9 of a nine-part series that explores traditional Chinese culture to reveal a deeper understanding of the genius of New York-based classical Chinese dance company [...]
Eastern Dragons Differ From Western Dragons
January 19, 2012, 11:50 am
In both the East and the West, the dragon is often associated with fantasy and mythical realms. Yet the outer appearances and common perceptions of the dragon differ greatly [...]
What Those Born Under the Dragon Sign Are Like
January 18, 2012, 1:13 am
Occupying the fifth position in the Chinese zodiac, the dragon is the free spirit of the zodiac. People born in the year of the dragon are often innovative, creative, proud, [...]
Some Great Individuals Born in the Year of the Dragon
January 17, 2012, 11:30 am
Caesar was a military genius who became the sole ruler of Rome. He led his army into Gaul (Western Europe) to conquer barbarians, extending Roman rule and culture as far north [...]
Du Fu: Poetry Wrought from Hardship
January 16, 2012, 1:33 pm
Considered by many Chinese to be their greatest poet, Du Fu’s poetry drew on his experiences during social tumult in ancient China.
Reviving and Representing True Chinese Culture (8 of 9)
January 11, 2012, 12:54 am
It was with great urgency that in 2006, New York-based Shen Yun Performing Arts was formed by overseas Chinese artists with the mission of reviving 5,000 years of divinely [...]
Shen Yun Props: What Makes a Lady, Monk, or Warrior (7 of 9)
January 8, 2012, 5:58 am
Swishing, spinning, and clapping in the hands of Shen Yun’s dancers are various ingenious props, designed to visually and aurally enhance the stories they tell through [...]
Shen Yun Costumes—Exploring the Fine Art of Chinese Dress (6 of 9)
January 3, 2012, 1:54 am
In China—the land of silk, rich and artful embroidery, and vibrant color—the style of dress has varied greatly over the civilization’s long history and among its 55 [...]
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