The first batch of foreign performances will meet the audience at the Guangzhou Opera House in June after China's Ministry of Culture and Tourism issued a notice to again approve commercial performances from overseas. Classic musical, modern dance performances and piano performances will bring a feast for the audience.
The Martha Graham Dance Company will have its first performance in south China at the Guangzhou Opera House, with the planned performance dates of June 16 to 17.
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Known as the mother of American modern dance, Martha Graham is named alongside Picasso and Stravinsky as one of the three giants of 20th-century art, and she was selected as the "Century Dancer" by Time. Since its establishment by Graham in 1926, the Martha Graham Dance Company has been a leader in the development of modern dance. Today, under the guidance of artistic director Janet Eilber, the company is trying to showcase Graham's works alongside newly commissioned works by contemporary artists, with rich narrative themes. The theme of their performance in China this year is "Dawn and the Future" and three classic pieces will be performed, including Appalachian Spring, Immediate Tragedy, and Canticle for Innocent Comedians.
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In addition, on June 20, piano master Ivo Pogorelich will hold a solo concert. Born in Croatia, Ivo Pogorelich is one of the most legendary musicians in the international music world. He will present Chopin's late works, including Fantaisie-Impromptu in A-flat major, Op. 66, Piano Sonata No. 3 in B minor, Fantasy in F minor, Lullaby in D-flat major, and Barcarolle in F-sharp major.
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