When French musical Mozart-L’opera Rock toured nine Chinese cities in the last two years, it drew a big crowd of fans, including Chen Yike, a 28-year-old resident of Hangzhou.
“It was the first French musical that I had ever seen,” Chen said. She was so captivated by the show that she saw the production two more times.
Chen is one of many young Chinese who are increasingly fueling the country’s performing arts market. More and more young people are investing time and money in live performances, such as concerts and plays.
According to a report released by the Lighthouse Research Institute and ticketing firm Damai on March 25, young Chinese accounted for a record 55 percent of consumers of performing arts ticket sales in 2019 and 72 percent of concert attendees were people born after 1990.
Xiaomi, a 25-year-old girl from Chongqing became a loyal fan of singer Hua Chenyu after she saw his concert at the National Stadium in Beijing in 2018. Last year, she and three of her friends even traveled to Hainan province to see one of his concerts.
“It has now become a way of life for young people to spend money on performances by their idols,” Zhang Yiwu, a professor at Peking University, told China Daily.
Apart from young audiences, Chinese young performers are also doing increasingly well in the domestic (国内的) market and show a great potential for indigenous (本土的) culture to build a stronghold (大本营).
For example, the 19-year-old Chinese singer-actor Jackson Yee (易烊千玺) featured as a coach on the reality show Street Dance of China (《这!就是街舞》). With more than 80 million followers on his Sina Weibo platform, Yee’s participation helped attract audiences to an otherwise less known art.
On the iQiYi’s The Big Band, many young bands got the opportunity to show their music, and some have become quite popular. As a result, music that would have remained underground is now in the spotlight. “Many young bands on the The Big Band inspire me to learn more about their stories and indie (独立制作的) music,” Yang Zixu, a fan of The Big Band, wrote on the Chinese Q&A platform Zhihu.
Thanks to the joint effort of young audiences and performers, there’s “a driving force for Chinese cultural and creative industries” and it also “indicates China has entered a higher stage of development with better economic and social foundations,” according to China Daily.
1.The underlined word “captivated” in Paragraph 2 can be replaced by “______”.
A.confused B.fascinated
C.shocked D.disappointed
2.What is the main method the author used to develop arguments?
A.By using examples. B.By making a comparison.
C.By following the order of time. D.By analyzing the cause and effect.
3.How did Street Dance of China and The Big Band promote Chinese cultural and creative industries according to the text?
A.They allowed different works and forms of arts to gain more attention.
B.They offered young people a glimpse of new lifestyles.
C.They made audiences more willing to invest in live shows.
D.They drew talented followers to the coaches in the show.
4.What is the main idea of the text?
A.The popularity of live performances among young Chinese.
B.Changes in the ways that young Chinese performers attract audiences.
C.How young Chinese performers promote indigenous culture.
D.How young people have helped fuel Chinese cultural and creative industries.
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When French musical Mozart-L’opera Rock toured nine Chinese cities in the last two years, it drew a big crowd of fans, including Chen Yike, a 28-year-old resident of Hangzhou.
“It was the first French musical that I had ever seen,” Chen said. She was so captivated by the show that she saw the production two more times.
Chen is one of many young Chinese who are increasingly fueling the country’s performing arts market. More and more young people are investing time and money in live performances, such as concerts and plays.
According to a report released by the Lighthouse Research Institute and ticketing firm Damai on March 25, young Chinese accounted for a record 55 percent of consumers of performing arts ticket sales in 2019 and 72 percent of concert attendees were people born after 1990.
Xiaomi, a 25-year-old girl from Chongqing became a loyal fan of singer Hua Chenyu after she saw his concert at the National Stadium in Beijing in 2018. Last year, she and three of her friends even traveled to Hainan province to see one of his concerts.
“It has now become a way of life for young people to spend money on performances by their idols,” Zhang Yiwu, a professor at Peking University, told China Daily.
Apart from young audiences, Chinese young performers are also doing increasingly well in the domestic (国内的) market and show a great potential for indigenous (本土的) culture to build a stronghold (大本营).
For example, the 19-year-old Chinese singer-actor Jackson Yee (易烊千玺) featured as a coach on the reality show Street Dance of China (《这!就是街舞》). With more than 80 million followers on his Sina Weibo platform, Yee’s participation helped attract audiences to an otherwise less known art.
On the iQiYi’s The Big Band, many young bands got the opportunity to show their music, and some have become quite popular. As a result, music that would have remained underground is now in the spotlight. “Many young bands on the The Big Band inspire me to learn more about their stories and indie (独立制作的) music,” Yang Zixu, a fan of The Big Band, wrote on the Chinese Q&A platform Zhihu.
Thanks to the joint effort of young audiences and performers, there’s “a driving force for Chinese cultural and creative industries” and it also “indicates China has entered a higher stage of development with better economic and social foundations,” according to China Daily.
1.The underlined word “captivated” in Paragraph 2 can be replaced by “______”.
A.confused B.fascinated
C.shocked D.disappointed
2.What is the main method the author used to develop arguments?
A.By using examples. B.By making a comparison.
C.By following the order of time. D.By analyzing the cause and effect.
3.How did Street Dance of China and The Big Band promote Chinese cultural and creative industries according to the text?
A.They allowed different works and forms of arts to gain more attention.
B.They offered young people a glimpse of new lifestyles.
C.They made audiences more willing to invest in live shows.
D.They drew talented followers to the coaches in the show.
4.What is the main idea of the text?
A.The popularity of live performances among young Chinese.
B.Changes in the ways that young Chinese performers attract audiences.
C.How young Chinese performers promote indigenous culture.
D.How young people have helped fuel Chinese cultural and creative industries.
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Mei Bao jiu, a Peking Opera master, passed away when he was 82. As the1.(nine) son of famous opera star Mei Lanfang, who was the founder of the Mei style of acting, Mei Baojiu devoted his life to 2.(promote) the traditional art of Peking Opera. He was one of China’s most successful and 3.(admire) Peking Opera performers and enjoyed a worldwide reputation.
Born in 1934, Mei Baojiu began to learn the art 4.the age of 10. When he was 13, he had his first formal performance. Gifted with5.clear and sweet voice, Mei Baojiu was well received by the audience. Besides "The Drunken Beauty", his classics "Mu Guiying Takes Command" and "Xi Shi, the Beauty"6.(appreciate) by many foreigners. Mei Baojiu's famous performances won7.(he) the "Asia's Best-Artist Award" by the New York Lincoln Centre in 1989.
Mei Baojiu was enthusiastic about his work8.(develop) the Peking Opera in general. He hoped this Chinese traditional art could be better and 9.his father’s art could last forever. Mei Baojiu’s10.(die) is not just a big loss to Peking Opera but also to Chinese culture.
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Peking Opera is 1.form of traditional Chinese theatre which combines music, vocal performance, mime, dance and acrobatics. It arose in the late 18th century and became 2.(full)developed and recognized by the mid-19th century. The form was extremely popular in the Qing Dynasty court and has come to be regarded as one of the 3.(culture) treasures of China. Major performance troupes(剧团) 4.(base)in Beijing and Tianjin in the north, and Shanghai in the south. It has also spread to other countries such as the United States and Japan.
Peking Opera comes5.four local operas, Hui Opera in Anhui, Han Opera in Hubei, Kun Opera in Jiangsu and Qingqiang in Shaanxi. It has drawn the merits of these local operas and created its own style.
Speech, song, dance and combat 6.(be)the four classic performing arts in Peking Opera, which are also the basic7.(skill)for performers and is usually trained since the performers are very young. There are many roles in Peking Opera, mainly Sheng, Dan, Jing, and Chou, each of 8.has its own costume and mask-paintings. Masks with different colors have different meanings, which is used to 9.(represent)the character of the roles and illustrate their emotional state.
No China trip is complete without 10.(watch)the classic Peking Opera! Enjoy the fantastic Peking Opera!
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听下面一段独白,回答以下小题。
1.What kind of music did young Margie like?
A.Country music. B.Rock. C.Jazz.
2.When did Margie get her first guitar?
A.At the age of 5. B.At the age of 6. C.At the age of 17.
3.What was Margie’s high school life like?
A.She focused on her music.
B.She did poorly in schoolwork.
C.She had an active social life.
4.What does the speaker think of Margie?
A.She should work harder.
B.She has a bright future.
C.She is too young to be famous.
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It was nine years ago, when I came to China for the first time ____ I began to learn Chinese.
A. where B. how C. that D. which
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Sydney Opera House Tours We offer three different tours of this iconic buildings. | |
The Essential Tour brings to life the story behind the design and construction of one of the world’s most famous landmarks. Using interactive audiovisual technology, your guide will take you on a memorable journey inside the youngest building ever to be World Heritage listed. Afterwards, why not stay around and eat at the Studio Café, with its modern Australian menu? You can both enjoy the best views in Sydney and claim a 20% reduction on the total cost of your meal. (Don’t forget to show your ticket in order to claim your discount.) Language: English, French, German Takes place: Daily between 9am and 5pm Prices: Adult $35/ Online $29.75 Concessions: Australian seniors and pensioners; students and children of 16 and under $24.50 Prior bookings are not essential. —————————————————————— The Backstage Tour gives you backstage access to the Sydney Opera House. It is a unique opportunity to experience the real-life dramas behind the stage! You might even get to stand on the concert hall stage, take up a conductor’s baton in the orchestra pit and imagine you are leading the performance. You will also get to see inside the stars’ dressing rooms. | The tour concludes with a complimentary breakfast in the Green Room, the private dining area of performers past and present. Takes place: Daily at 7am Prices: $155. No concessions. To purchase: Bookings are essential. Limited to 8 people per tour. Online sales expire at 4:30 pm two days prior. Notes: The tour includes up to 300 steps. Flat, rubber-soled shoes must be worn. For safety reasons, children of 12 years old and under are not permitted. —————————————————————— Opera High Tea consists of a tour where you will walk in the footsteps of world-class singers, dancers and musicians, followed by fine food and music in the spectacular surroundings of the Bennelong Dining Room. What could be better than a treat of delicious light snacks and soft drinks followed by a live recital (独唱会) by a leading Australian singer? An unforgettable treat for young and old! Takes place: Every second Wed., 2pm Duration: 1.5 hours Prices: $145 per person Book online or visit the Guided Tours Desk |
1.A traveler will enjoy a performance if he chooses ________.
A. the Essential Tour B. the Backstage Tour
C. Opera High Tea D. any of the tours
2.Joining the Backstage Tour, a traveler ________.
A. is allowed to wear sneakers when standing on the stage
B. will have an opportunity to be the conductor of the orchestra
C. can take his big family of 8 members to free breakfast
D. can buy the discount ticket the day before the tour
3.If a couple who travelled with their 17-year-old son joined the Essential Tour and had a meal of $150 there, what would the lowest cost be if paid in cash?
A. $203.25. B. $214.5.
C. $225. D. 239.25.
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Rock Climbing as Sport and Art
An estimated nine million people rock climb in the United States.Millions more take part in the activity around the world. 1. Others compete.Rock climbing can be dangerous.But there are many methods and protective devices that can increase a climber’s safety.
2. Climbers have to pull themselves straight up the face of very high rocks or walls.So they have to be strong enough to carry their own weight.And climbers sometimes have to hold on to rocks with only their fingers or toes.
There are several kinds of rock climbing.Traditional rock climbing is done outside.Climbers wear ropes and attach devices to the rocks as they climb many hundreds of meters up.They also connect their ropes to the devices. 3. Sport climbing is similar.However, in those cases the protective devices are permanently placed in the rock.There is also indoor climbing.Rock walls made of wood or concrete have places for the climber’s hands and feet.
4. People climb glaciers or frozen waterfalls instead of rocks.They use special equipment for the ice.
And then there is bouldering(巨石攀岩)— climbing rocks between three and seven meters high. 5. Many climbers like bouldering because they can use less equipment.Climbers often need only special shoes and chalk.All climbers use chalk to keep their hands dry.
A.Ice climbing is exactly as it sounds.
B.Some do it just for personal satisfaction.
C.Some go climbing at weekends or in holidays.
D.It is a quicker and more intense(剧烈的;紧张的)kind of climbing.
E.If a climber slips, a rope can stop him from falling.
F.Climbing takes strength, control and good balance.
G.It is more challenging and dangerous, but also more fun.
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Welcome To Activities For This Summer
Black Creativity Family Day
Art meets science during the Museum of Science and Industry's annual "Black Creativity" programming. celebrating its 50th anniversary. The art exhibition, billed as the longest running showcase of African﹣American art in the nation, displays more than 100 works, some of them by student artists. Meanwhile, Innovation Studio workshops encourage visitors of all ages to design solutions to everyday challenges. Free general admission to Illinois students July 20﹣23.
How People Make Things
Think of it as one great factory tour, with a big DIY station to put what you've learned to work: That's the idea behind the new kid﹣oriented exhibit, "How People Make Things. " Find out how humans and machines work together to make everyday objects, from boxes to shoes to toys. Then kids can use tools to cut, shape and put together what they like. This activity comes to Naperville for a long visit, opening Jan. 20 and running through Sept. 6 at DuPage Children's Museum. $13.
Traditional Chinese Concert
Traditional Chinese music and theater take the spotlight at Symphony Center. Featured performers are the Shanghai Chinese Orchestra and the Zhejiang Shaoju Opera Theatre, taking the stage at 3 pm (Arrive early for preconcert activities, l:30﹣2:30. ) At Symphony Center, 220 S. Michigan Ave. $20﹣$80, or $99 for a family of four.
Meet Cartoonist Art Baltazar
Winner of dozens of Eisner Awards (the Pultizers of comic books), cartoonist and Chicago native Art Baltazar has a brand﹣new graphic novel to delight your middle schoolers. The clever "Drew & Jot: Dueling Doodles" tells the adventure of two fifth﹣grade boys who work together on a hero ﹣ and ﹣ criminal tale—but a younger sister's doodles might prove the most dangerous enemy of all! Meet Baltazar at 7 pm al Anderson's Bookshop. Free to attend July 22﹣24.
1.Which activity will you go to if you are interested in African-American art?
A.How People Make Things.
B.Black Creativity Family Day.
C.Traditional Chinese Concert.
D.Meet Cartoonist Art Baltazar.
2.What is special about How People Make Things?
A.It offers hands-on activities.
B.It lasts for about half a year.
C.It displays works by students.
D.It includes a $13 factory tour.
3.What kind of book is Drew & Jot: Dueling Doodles?
A.A folk tale.
B.A classic tale.
C.An adventure story.
D.A love story.
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根据短文内容,从短文后的选项中选出能填入空白处的最佳选项。选项中有两项为多余选项。
Rock Climbing as Sport and Art
An estimated nine million people rock climb in the United States. Millions more take part in the activity around the world. ________1. Others compete. Rock climbing can be dangerous. But there are many methods and protective devices that can increase a climber’s safety.
________2.________ Climbers have to pull themselves straight up the face of very high rocks or walls. So they have to be strong enough to carry their own weight. And climbers sometimes have to hold on to rocks with only their fingers or toes.
There are several kinds of rock climbing. Traditional rock climbing is done outside. Climbers wear ropes and attach devices to the rocks as they climb many hundreds of meters up. They also connect their ropes to the devices. ________3.________ Sport climbing is similar. However, in those cases the protective devices are permanently placed in the rock. There is also indoor climbing. Rock walls made of wood or concrete have places for the climber’s hands and feet.
4.________ People climb glaciers or frozen waterfalls instead of rocks. They use special equipment for the ice.
And then there is bouldering(巨石攀岩)— climbing rocks between three and seven meters high. ________5.________ Many climbers like bouldering because they can use less equipment. Climbers often need only special shoes and chalk. All climbers use chalk to keep their hands dry.
A. Ice climbing is exactly as it sounds.
B. Some do it just for personal satisfaction.
C. Some go climbing at weekends or in holidays.
D. It is a quicker and more intense(剧烈的;紧张的)kind of climbing.
E. If a climber slips, a rope can stop him from falling.
F. Climbing takes strength, control and good balance.
G. It is more challenging and dangerous, but also more fun.
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Belgium is the land of music festivals. There are rock, pop, world, electronic music festivals and more, so you’re sure to find a festival that suits your taste.
Groezrock
Groezrock could be considered the opener of the festival season in Belgium. This festival grew from a small event to an international festival that had 33,000 visitors in 2016.
When? April 29-30, 2017. Where? Meerhout. Music? Punk, and rock. Free? No.
Sfinks Mixed
Sfinks is a world music festival that focuses on bringing culture together. There are also plenty of things to do besides watching the performances. Good to know for families: Sfinks is a kid-friendly festival, with workshops, storytelling and performances for children.
When? July 27-30, 2017. Where? Boechout. Music? World. Free? Yet.
Graspop Metal Meeting
As the name says, this festival is all about metal, rock and punk. In 2016 the festival received 140,000 visitors When? June 16-18, 2017. Where? Dessel. Music? Metal. Free? No.
Genk on Stage
Genk on Stage is a pop musical with not only a lot of Belgian artists. 80,000 people attended Genk on Stage in 2016.
When? June 23-25, 2017. Where? Genk. Music? Pop. Free? Yes.
1.Which festival may be enjoyed most by the kids?
A. Groezrock. B. Sfinks Mixed.
C. Graspop Metal Meeting. D. Genk on Stage.
2.What do we know about Groezrock?
A. It marks the end of the festival season
B. It attracts least people among all the festivals
C. It enjoys worldwide popularity
D. It offers free camping site
3.Where may lovers of the international pop stars likely to go?
A. Meerhout. B. Boechout.
C. Genk. D. Dessel.
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