Source: CCTV.com

01-16-2008 10:02

Chinese Huangmei opera artist Ma Lan is one of those making an effort to promote  Chinese traditional operas around the world.

It's not easy for foreigners to understand Chinese traditional opera. But that hasn't stopped them from appreciating it. Chinese Huangmei opera artist Ma Lan is one of those making an effort to promote Chinese traditional operas around the world. She has just be awarded recognition as the most Outstanding Asian Artists for Performing Arts at Columbia University.

The award was jointly inaugurated in 1981 by the Lincoln Arts Center, New York City's Department of Cultural Affairs and the Chinese American Arts and Culture Association. Previous winners include world famous Peking opera artist Mei Baojiu and cellist Yo Yo Ma.

 

Editor:Zhao Yan