NATIONAL CENTRE FOR THE PERFORMING ARTS LISTINGS

What's on and information guide about Beijing National Center for the Performing Arts listings, including the NCPA events, features, news, photos, reviews and tickets offers.

Li Biao Percussion Group Concert

Li Biao Percussion Group Concert

Info: Regards as one of the best percussionists, Li Biao was the first Chinese to win the international percussion competition. On May 20th, his Percussion Group will perform at Concert Hall of NCPA.

Croatian Cantus Ensemble Concert

Croatian Cantus Ensemble Concert

Info: At the NCPA May Festival 2012, The Croatian Cantus Ensemble will perform at Concert Hall of NCPA on May 22nd, the Cantus is delighted to have invited brilliant Chinese violinist Huang Mengla to join this concert.

Opera Un Ballo in Maschera

Opera Un Ballo in Maschera

Info: At the NCPA Opera Festival 2012, NCPA's new production of Un ballo in maschera (The Masked Ball) will stage in Opera House on May 24-27, many world-renowned artists will be dedicated to this classic opera.

Yuri Bashmet and Moscow Soloists Concert

Yuri Bashmet and Moscow Soloists Concert

Info: Yuri Bashmet is one of the greatest world musicians, who revived the interest to this instrument. On May 24, he will be performed at Concert Hall of NCPA with international famous group - the Moscow Soloists.

Shenzhen Symphony Orchestra Concert

Shenzhen Symphony Orchestra Concert

Info: Although very young, the Shenzhen Symphony Orchestra grew rapidly into one of the leading professional orchestras in China. On May 25, this Orchestra will stage in Concert Hall of NCPA.

Poetry Dance Yan'an Memory

Poetry Dance Yan'an Memory

Info: Poetry Dance Yan'an Memory narrates in a poetic way the glorious journey of the Communist Party over the past 90 years. On May 25th-27th, this classic dance will stage in Drama theatre of NCPA.

Jonathan Cothen and The Academy of St Martin in the Fields Concert

Jonathan Cothen and The Academy of St Martin in the Fields Concert

Info: The Academy of St Martin in the Fields - one of the best finest chamber orchestras in the world. On May 26th, the orchestra will perform in Concert Hall of NCPA, conducted by Jonathan Cothen.

My Motherland - Beijing Symphony Orchestra Concert

My Motherland - Beijing Symphony Orchestra Concert

Info: Beijing Symphony Orchestra is a classical orchestra and presenting the most graceful and skillfully executed performances. On May 27th, the Orchestra will hold a "My Motherland" concert at NCPA.

The Philadelphia Orchestra Concert

The Philadelphia Orchestra Concert

Info: Renowned for its artistic excellence since its founding in 1900, The Philadelphia Orchestra is among the world's leading orchestras. On May 31st - June 1st, the Orchestra will perform in Concert Hall of NCPA.

The Philadelphia Orchestra Chamber Music Concert

The Philadelphia Orchestra Chamber Music Concert

Info: Regards as one of the leading orchestras in the world through over a century of acclaimed performances, the Philadelphia Orchestra will hold a chamber music concert at Multi-functional Theatre of NCPA on June 2nd.

Placido Domingo's Operalia: Quarterfinal of The World Opera Competition

Placido Domingo's Operalia: Quarterfinal of The World Opera Competition

Info: Placido Domingo's Operalia, The World Opera Competition to discover and help launch the careers of the best young opera singers. On June 4th-5th, the competition shall begin the quarterfinal at Concert Hall of NCPA.

Chinese Ballet Romeo and Juliet

Chinese Ballet Romeo and Juliet

Info: The new version Romeo and Juliet was combined traditional elements of Chinese culture and melt into Chinese classical aesthetic. On June 5th, the original Chinese ballet Romeo and Juliet will stage in Drama theatre of NCPA.

Shakespeare's Drama Henry V

Shakespeare's Drama Henry V

Info: Drama Henry V, an energetic, exciting and rousing production, trimmed but faithful to Shakespeare's words. On June 7th - 8th, the Propeller Shakespeare Company will presents this classic play at Drama theatre of NCPA.

Placido Domingo's Operalia: Semifinal of The World Opera Competition

Placido Domingo's Operalia: Semifinal of The World Opera Competition

Info: Placido Domingo's Operalia, The World Opera Competition to discover and help launch the careers of the best young opera singers. On June 7th, the competition shall begin the Semifinal at Opera House of NCPA.

Erhu Concerto: Crouching Tiger, Hidden Dragon

Erhu Concerto: Crouching Tiger, Hidden Dragon

Info: Chinese erhu concerto "Crouching Tiger, Hidden Dragon" performed by three international music masters and Chinese Broadcasting Orchestra will debut at Concert Hall of NCPA on June 8th in Beijing.

Shakespeare's Drama The Winter's Tale

Shakespeare's Drama The Winter's Tale

Info: The Winter's Tale is one of Shakespeare's most successful romances, depicting the everlasting conflict in humanity. On June 9th - 10th, the Propeller Shakespeare Company will presents this classic play at Drama theatre of NCPA.

Placido Domingo's Operalia: Final Round of The World Opera Competition

Placido Domingo's Operalia: Final Round of The World Opera Competition

Info: Placido Domingo's Operalia, The World Opera Competition to discover and help launch the careers of the best young opera singers. On June 10th, the competition shall begin the Final Round at Opera House of NCPA.

NCPA Drama Jane Eyre

NCPA Drama Jane Eyre

Info: The NCPA production drama Jane Eyre has enjoyed a full house in every performance and was highly praised by media and experts. From June 13rd through 24th, Jane Eyre will stage for 11 performances in Drama theatre of NCPA.

Bamboo in Blues: Chinese National Orchestra Concert

Bamboo in Blues: Chinese National Orchestra Concert

Info: The China National Orchestra, the largest and most integral folk music artistic group in China. On June 14th, the orchestra will hold a "Bamboo in Blues" music concert at NCPA concart Hall.

Jean-Yves Thibaudet Piano Recital

Jean-Yves Thibaudet Piano Recital

Info: One of today's most sought-after soloists, Jean-Yves Thibaudet has the rare ability to combine poetic musical sensibilities with dazzling technical prowess. On June 15th, he will perform in Concert Hall of NCPA.

China National Symphony Orchestra Concert

China National Symphony Orchestra Concert

Info: The China National Symphony Orchestra is one of the most outstanding professional orchestras in China. On June 17th, the conductor Claus Peter Flor will leading the Orchestra present a stunning performance at Concert Hall of NCPA.

NCPA Original Opera The Ballad of Canal

NCPA Original Opera The Ballad of Canal

Info: The Chinese original opera The Ballad of Canal is the first national opera presented by NCPA, in the style of folk singing. On June 21-24, The Ballad of Canal will stage in Opera House of NCPA.

Emerson String Quartet

Emerson String Quartet

Info: Each player of Emerson is a strongly characterized individual, but the ensemble is temperamentally as well as sonically in balance. On June 21, the America's greatest string quartet will perform in Concert Hall of NCPA.

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