12-subject Set, 30 minutes each
(English & Chinese)

From royal historians to folk artists to ordinary people, the Chinese have experienced cultural changes for thousands of years. Fanning out from specific aspects of Chinese culture to an overview, The Quintessence of Chinese Culture focuses on 12 of the most representative cultural categories in China. It gives a brief overview of Chinese culture through these quintessential subcultures, such as Beijing Opera, Traditional Martial Arts, Tea Culture, Traditional Chinese Painting, and personalizes Chinese culture by examining its influence on individuals in modern times.

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.