2010 Cultures of China  Festival of Spring

Host:      The Overseas Chinese Affairs Office Of The State Council Of China
The China Overseas Exchanges Association
Supported:   Consulate-General of the People’s Republic of China
Australian Council of Chinese Organisations Inc
Presenter:   Australian Chinese Performing Artists’ Association
Performing Group:  Kunming Song and Dance Arts Troupe
Date: 20th February 2010 & 21st February 2010     Venue: Sydney Town Hall


Chinese New Year is the most ceremonious and traditional festival in China; focused strongly on strengthening the bond between loved ones. The Overseas Chinese Affairs Office of the State Council and the China Overseas Exchange Association are collaborating together to organize and produce "Cultures of China - Festival of Spring" bringing greetings from China itself as well as well wishes from Chinese all over the world who celebrate this festival together.

The “Cultures of China - Festival of Spring” program seeks to build a bridge using the very essence of traditional Chinese culture. This Chinese tradition seeks to spread ideals of a peaceful future and harmonious society. These ideals spread as far as fostering greater international relations between China and other nations. It is these ideals and celebrations that is felt by many to contribute strongly to world peace.

Translator: Thomas Bywater 常子杰    Gallery     Video

Acknowledgements
Office of the Prime Minister Canberra, Overseas Chinese Affairs Office of the State Council of P.R.China
The China Overseas Exchanges Association, Office of the Premier of New South Wales
Consulate-General of the People’s Republic of China, City of Sydney
2010 Chinese New Year Festival 2010, Australian Council of Chinese Organisations Inc
The Australian Council for the Promotion of the Peaceful Reunification of China
Sponsor: International Sydney Group Pty Ltd, Kam Fook Seafood Restaurant, Win Kwong Pty Ltd, Concord Natural Health