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Exhibition “Chinese Opera: A Century of Dreams — Art, Design, and Technology”

Published: July 18, 2026; Aithor: Julia Sonrisa

When: July 21, 2026
Where: China Institute of America

Address: 100 Washington Street, New York, NY 10006

Phone: +1 (212) 744-8181

Web: https://chinainstitute.org

Limited-Time Special Showcase: Experience the timeless beauty of Chinese opera through art, design, and technology

Don’t Miss This Special Showcase!

Experience the timeless beauty of Chinese opera through art, design, and technology before it closesСЋ

Inspired by legendary Peking Opera master Mei Lanfang’s landmark 1930 American tour and the rich artistic heritage of traditional Chinese opera, this special showcase brings classic stories, iconic characters, and theatrical scenes to life through contemporary art and design. Drawing on a wide range of Chinese artistic traditions, the exhibition offers a fresh visual interpretation that bridges history and innovation.

Showcasing the dynamic intersection of art, design, and technology, the exhibition creates a vibrant dialogue between Eastern and Western artistic traditions. Through imaginative reinterpretations of Chinese opera, it celebrates cultural exchange, inspires new perspectives, and continues Mei Lanfang’s enduring legacy of building bridges between cultures for a new generation.

Time: 10:00 am — 5:00 pm EDT

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