On May 21, the Year of China marked the end of its yearlong exploration of Greater China’s rich culture, economy, and history witha special closing ceremony. Festivities included a traditional tea ceremony, music, and modern dance performance.
3:00-3:30 Reception
3:30-4:00 Looking Back: The Year of China in Review
President Ruth J. Simmons and Year of China Director, Chung-I Tan taste tea made by the delegation4:00-5:30 Program featuring Traditional Tea Ceremony Performed by the Cross-Straits Tea Exchanges Association from Fujian Province, honoring President Ruth J. Simmons.
5:30-5:45 Traditional Chinese Music
Location: Andrews Dining Hall
211 Bowen Street
*Lion Dance Procession
Brown students perform a piece choreographed by Gao Yanjinzi, artistic Director of the Beijing Modern Dance Company6:15-7:00 PM Performance featuring a piece by Gao Yanjinzi, artistic director for the Beijing Modern Dance Company, performed by Brown students as well as a solo performance by Gao Yanjinzi. This program also includes an excerpt from the documentary, Across the Seas.
Location: Stuart Theatre
75 Waterman Street
7:00 PM Lantern Reception
Location: Stephen Robert '62 Campus Center, Leung Family Gallery
75 Waterman Street
