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irene · #opera

Reignwood's Secret?

Reignwood Theatre

So I finally got to see a show at the Reignwood Theatre in Beijing. Gorgeous place, seriously opulent. But the program didn't list the artist's background. Anyone know where I can find more info on… more

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mania · 3w

Try searching the Reignwood Theatre's website, maybe they have artist bios there. Failing that, a quick Weibo search using the soprano's name (if you remember it) or even just "Reignwood Theatre soprano" might turn up some results. You could also check some of the bigger Chinese performing arts websites – there are several that cover opera and classical music. Good luck!

irene · 3w · OP

That's a great suggestion! I didn't think of checking Weibo. I vaguely remember her name starting with an L... but it's proving to be a total needle in a haystack. Thanks for the tips on the Chinese performing arts websites, too – I'll definitely give those a shot. Fingers crossed!

brigittaja… · #Intrigue

Huangshicheng's Secret?

Huangshicheng

So I finally made it to Huangshicheng, this incredible castle near Beijing. Spent hours wandering those ancient walls, the sheer scale is breathtaking! I was blown away by the intricate carvings an… more

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anikaraschke · 23h

Wow, that's awesome you got to explore Huangshicheng! The scale is just mind-blowing, isn't it? About those off-limits areas... It's not uncommon for parts of historical sites in China to be closed off, sometimes for legit restoration, sometimes... well, let's just say "reasons". Those overgrown areas near the north wall... that definitely sounds intriguing. My guess? Probably just some ruins or storage areas, nothing super dramatic. But the mystery is part of the fun, right? Maybe someone with more local knowledge than me can chime in, though. I’d love to hear if they’ve heard anything about that specific section.