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Art of Adaptation: How Yue Opera Is Winning Over Young Chinese

Articles that cut to the core of contemporary China. In-depth, informed, and carefully crafted, every piece is carried by the voices of the story’s participants.

FEATURES

Traditionally favored by older generations, Yue opera has seen a resurgence among young Chinese after the viral success of one theater’s adaptation of a classic ’90s action movie. Efforts are now underway to ensure its popularity is more than a passing trend.

Out of Key: Why China is Stepping Back From Piano Lessons

The keyboard used to reign supreme in music lessons for the young. But costs and shifting cultural interests have led more students to embrace traditional Chinese instruments like the 'pipa' and bamboo flute.

Street Stall Craze Continues as Young Chinese Make the Most of Spring Festival

Timely reports on issues and events from across China. Drawing on a vast range of sources, these succinct articles provide insights into the significance of each issue in a wider context.

NEWS

The revival of the street stall economy has continued into Spring Festival, with young Chinese entrepreneurs making the most of their extended breaks.

Young Chinese Embrace Change in Traditional New Year Celebrations

From simplifying Spring Festival meals to reducing the burden of family reunions, young Chinese are updating age-old Spring Festival customs.

Sun, Sea, and Snow: This Year’s Spring Festival Tourism Trends

Visa-free policies have increased the attractiveness of Southeast Asia for Chinese tourists.

Throwing Caution to the Wind, Digital Nomads Are Blown Back to Reality

For many young people, the idea of combining work and travel was the ideal lifestyle. But many who give up mainstream jobs to pursue that dream find erratic income distressing and return to stable jobs.