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Viewpoints: Made in China: New Voices in Western Opera

Confirming Time magazine's prediction that "the future of opera may be in China," state-of-the-art Chinese theaters now showcase Western repertory and new Chinese works, while Chinese-born singers have grabbed the spotlight on opera stages across the globe. Soprano Ying Huang and baritone Yunpeng Wang join pianist Siyi Fang to explore the shifting role of China on the international opera stage.
Outcomes: 
Audiences of this event experience the astounding voices of Chinese-born singers, as they perform works of Western Opera.
Contact Info: 
Asia Society and Museum 725 Park Avenue New York, NY 10021 Tel: 212-288-6400 Fax: 212-517-8315 Email: info@asiasociety.org
Government?: 
No
Type of Exchange: 
culture
Partners: 
Asia Society
Sponsor(s): 
Asia Society
Participants (Types): 
Opera singers, musicians
Exchange Date: 
Thursday, June 19, 2014
Continuing: 
No
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Location: 
New York
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