Recently, the “You Mi Wan” club, a cultural brand under publications, invited travel writer Hu Yi, born in the 1970s, to hold a reading sharing session at China Hotel. The event brought together many book enthusiasts to discuss insights and life philosophies gained from traveling to over 50 countries.

According to the Nanyue King Museum, on February 6, the exhibition “Gift of the Nile: Ancient Egyptian Artifacts and Digital Art Experience” will open at the Nanyue King Museum (Tomb Exhibition Area).

If rainbows only have seven colors, it must be because you haven’t seen a child’s painting. When the eighth color is lit, the world suddenly becomes complete.

From January 7 to 11, the German musical masterpiece “Elisabeth,” which has been performed globally for over thirty years, will kick off its 2026 China tour in Guangzhou. It will be presented as a concert version at the Guangzhou Opera House for seven performances, marking its only stop in South China.

Recently, the second Guangdong-Hong Kong-Macao Children’s Drama Little Plum Blossom Exhibition was successfully held at the Guangdong Cantonese Opera Art Center. The event was jointly organized by the Guangdong Provincial Federation of Literary and Art Circles and the Guangdong Dramatists Association, hosted by the Guangdong Cantonese Opera Theater.

At the start of the new year, everything is renewed. As 2026 begins, the Guangzhou Cantonese Opera Theater has already set out with several excellent performances to various locations, embarking on a new round of intensive and exciting artistic journeys.

At the beginning of 2026, the film market released its first report card. During the New Year holiday period (January 1 to January 3), national box office revenue reached 739 million yuan. Among these, Guangdong Province demonstrated its strong position as the “top ticket market,” becoming the only province in the country with box office revenue exceeding 100 million yuan, at 116 million yuan. The Guangdong-produced film “Concealed Kill” earned 126 million yuan during the period, ranking first among domestic films. Guangzhou’s New Year holiday box office was 30.59 million yuan, the highest in the province, with “A Step into the Past” becoming the best-selling film in the Guangzhou market during this period.

On December 31, internationally renowned conductor Ye Cong returned to lead the Guangdong National Orchestra after a decade, joined by famous Cantonese opera artist Zeng Xiaomin, flute and xiao player Tang Junqiao, and violinist Huang Mengla. They performed the 2026 Chinese Music Gala New Year Concert at the Xinghai Concert Hall, offering a blend of East and West, ancient and modern, to accompany the audience in a warm New Year’s Eve celebration.

2025 marks the 100th anniversary of the birth of Hong Xiannu, a master of Cantonese opera.

Yuxin is Hu Yi’s nickname, and she is my junior fellow apprentice. From middle school to university, we attended the same school and the same department.

Since its opening in July at the Guangzhou Art Museum (Guangzhou Fine Arts Museum), the exhibition “A Unique Artistic Journey: Xu Guling’s Art Tour” has attracted approximately 600,000 visitors, with a peak daily attendance exceeding 10,700, sparking a viewing craze. As an important extension of the painting exhibition, a new book launch for “A Unique Artistic Journey: Xu Guling’s Art Tour” was recently held, providing a comprehensive interpretation of Xu Guling’s art.

After seven years of touring, the original intention remains unchanged! On October 11 and 12, the large-scale ethnic dance drama “Awakening Lion,” produced by the Guangzhou Song and Dance Theater, was performed at the Guangdong Art Theater. This was the drama’s reunion with Guangzhou audiences after a new round of polishing, serving as an “artistic invitation” from Guangzhou’s cultural troupes to audiences nationwide ahead of the 15th National Games, and also a preview before its appearance at the 14th China Art Festival.

“I cried several times while watching the drama, moved by the hard and resilient lives of the red headscarves and the unextinguishable light of hope in their eyes.” On October 10 and 11, the Cantonese opera “Red Headscarf,” a candidate for the Wenhua Award at the 14th China Art Festival, was performed at the Ji

China Hotel

The China Hotel, located in Guangzhou, is a landmark of modern hospitality that opened in the early 1980s. It was one of the first joint-venture hotels in China, symbolizing the country’s reform and opening-up policy by catering to international travelers and business guests. Today, it remains a notable example of Guangzhou’s rapid development and its role in global tourism and trade.

Nanyue King Museum

The Nanyue King Museum in Guangzhou, China, is dedicated to the history of the Nanyue Kingdom, a powerful ancient state that flourished during the Western Han Dynasty (around 200 BCE). Its centerpiece is the well-preserved tomb of Zhao Mo, the second king of Nanyue, which was discovered in 1983 and contains thousands of exquisite artifacts, including jade burial suits and bronze items. The museum provides a fascinating glimpse into the region’s early culture, trade, and political integration with the Han Empire.

Guangzhou Opera House

The Guangzhou Opera House, designed by the late architect Zaha Hadid, is a striking modern landmark located in the city’s Tianhe District. Opened in 2010, its futuristic, twin-pebble-shaped structure was inspired by the natural landscape of river valleys and the flow of the Pearl River. The venue quickly became a cultural icon, hosting world-class opera, ballet, and theater performances, while symbolizing Guangzhou’s rapid modernization and artistic ambition.

Guangdong Cantonese Opera Art Center

The Guangdong Cantonese Opera Art Center, located in Guangzhou, is a premier institution dedicated to preserving and promoting Cantonese opera, a traditional performing art with over 400 years of history. Established in the 1950s, the center has served as a hub for training performers, staging classic and contemporary operas, and researching the art form’s cultural heritage. It plays a vital role in sustaining this UNESCO-recognized intangible cultural heritage, blending historical traditions with modern innovations.

Xinghai Concert Hall

Xinghai Concert Hall, located in Guangzhou, China, is a premier venue for classical music and performing arts, named after the renowned Chinese composer Xian Xinghai. Opened in 1998, the hall features world-class acoustics and a distinctive modern architectural design, hosting numerous international orchestras and cultural events. Its establishment reflects Guangzhou’s commitment to fostering musical excellence and cultural exchange.

Guangzhou Art Museum (Guangzhou Fine Arts Museum)

The Guangzhou Art Museum, also known as the Guangzhou Fine Arts Museum, is a major cultural institution in Guangzhou, China, dedicated to the collection, research, and exhibition of modern and contemporary Chinese art. Established in 1995, it is housed in a distinctive building on the banks of the Pearl River, featuring a blend of traditional Lingnan architectural elements and modern design. The museum plays a key role in preserving and promoting the region’s artistic heritage, hosting numerous significant exhibitions and educational programs.

Guangdong Art Theater

The Guangdong Art Theater is a major cultural venue in Guangzhou, China, known for hosting a wide range of performances, including opera, ballet, and traditional Chinese theater. Originally established in the mid-20th century, it has undergone several renovations to modernize its facilities while preserving its role as a key platform for both local and international artistic expression. The theater reflects Guangdong’s rich cultural heritage and its ongoing commitment to promoting the performing arts.

Ji

“Ji” refers to the ancient Chinese state of Ji, which was centered in the area of modern-day Beijing. Founded during the Zhou dynasty (c. 11th century–256 BCE), it became an important regional capital and later evolved into the historical city of Yanjing. The site’s legacy is foundational to Beijing’s early urban development and cultural heritage.