Safeguarding, Revitalization and Promotion of the Kunqu OperaBenefitting country(ies): ChinaRooted in popular theatre, Kun Qu influenced many other forms of Chinese opera. It is characterized by a dynamic structure, rhythmic patterns, typical melodies and complex choreography combining acrobatics and symbolic gestures. Kun Qu is considered the oldest form of Chinese opera still performed. This project funded the annual National Kunqu Festival in Suzhou, China, where twenty-one prizes were awarded ›››Project budget: US$ 49,974Source:Japan Funds-in-TrustDates of implementation: 01/05/2002 - 01/12/2002
