The Quintessence of Chinese Culture (2002)
"The Quintessence of Chinese Culture" examines 13 of the most representative cultural arts in China, including Beijing Opera, traditional martial arts, tea culture, traditional Chinese painting, and more. This show gives a brief overview of Chinese culture through these quintessential subcultures.
The Quintessence of Chinese Culture: Season 1 - 13 Episode s
1x1 - Chinese Peking Opera
January 1, 2002
Peking Opera is full of vigor and vitality. This program takes viewers through many aspects of producing a Peking Opera, including make-up, musical training, movement training, costumes, and set design. The development of this ancient opera is described by many touching stories. The viewers will not only learn the legends and watch the magnificent scenes played-out when Peking Opera was at its height of splendor, but they will also enjoy the classic programs performed by many famous Chinese Peking Opera stars.
1x2 - Chinese Martial Arts
January 8, 2002
1x3 - Chinese Tea
January 15, 2002
1x4 - Chinese Traditional Painting
January 22, 2002
1x5 - Chinese Sculpture
January 29, 2002
1x6 - Chinese Folk Music
February 5, 2002
1x7 - Chinese Gardens
February 12, 2002
1x8 - Costumes of Ethnic Minorities in China
February 19, 2002
1x9 - Traditional Chinese Medicine
February 26, 2002
1x10 - Chinese Silk
March 5, 2002
1x11 - Chinese Dance
March 12, 2002
A wide range of styles characterizes Chinese dances. This program introduces the fundamentals of Chinese dances and the characteristics of classical and folk dance. It also showcases the gorgeous Dunhuang Dance and the Nishangyuyi Dance of the prosperous Tang Dynasty. China's history has been written by its prominent figures, but its cultural history has been recorded in the language of dance.
1x12 - Chinese Cuisines
March 19, 2002
1x13 - Chinese Imperial Costume
March 26, 2002