Hey culture buffs! Wuzhen Theater Festival just opened its doors on October 16 in the charming water town of Wuzhen, Zhejiang Province on the Chinese mainland. For the next 11 days (until October 26), get ready to dive into a whirlwind of performances, workshops and immersive shows. 🎉
Under the theme "fu yao"—literally "swirling up" or "rising with vitality"—the festival brings:
- 25 specially invited plays from 10 countries and regions 🌏
- 18 hot entries in the Emerging Theater Artists' Competition 🔥
- Dialogues, workshops and reading sessions 🗣️📚
- Outdoor carnivals along the canals 🎪
One highlight? Anthropolis–Marathon from Germany's Deutsches Schauspielhaus Hamburg. This epic performance weaves five Greek myths into a marathon of creativity, sparking East-West theater vibes. It’s like watching ancient legends come alive on water! 🤩
Since its debut in 2013, Wuzhen Theater Festival has transformed the town's cobblestone streets into an open-air stage for young artists worldwide. Imagine crossing paths with experimental puppeteers, immersive storytellers and bold indie groups—all sharing stories under lantern-lit bridges. Whether you’re vibing in Mumbai or chilling in Jakarta, this festival brings that global buzz right to your feed. ✨
Can’t make it in person? You can still catch glimpses of the magic online—virtual sneak peeks, artist chats and bite-size clips to fuel your theater FOMO. 🔥
Reference(s):
cgtn.com
