Chinese Culture Week (CCW), an exciting new ‘business meets culture’ platform inspired by Chinese traditions and lifestyle will be launching its first efforts from September 9 to 13, 2016 in Singapore.
Spearheaded by Camellia Culture & Business Centre in partnership with the China Culture Centre and Design Singapore Council, CCW aims to raise awareness about the rich tapestry and evolution of the Chinese heritage in a modern and engaging way. The first of its kind, CCW’s vision is to promote intercultural exchange while building industry relationships between countries by showcasing a range of international brands and creative works within a fun yet cohesive programme.
CCW will present a series of activities in a programme that has been conceptualised to allow its audience to experience the different facets of Chinese culture and history through fashion, photography, performances and discussions.
CCW Programme
Fashion Tales from the Orient Exhibition
Venue: National Design Center (111 Middle Road Singapore 188969)
Dates: Opening 09 Sep Friday 19:00 (By Invitation Only), 10 -28 Sep Free Admission
- “Fashion Tales from the Orient” is an exhibition featuring the creations of top designers from Singapore and China including top Chinese designer Lan alongside Singapore brands Kevin Seah, Chi Chi Von Tang, Something Old Something New and Time Taken To Make A Dress.
Qipao Masterclass for Students
Venue: Camellia Culture & Business Centre (390A Havelock Road Singapore 169664)
Date: 10 Sep Saturday 10:00-12:00
- Hosted by a Qipao master, the workshop provides students in Singapore with an overview on the basic knowledge of Qipao creations and the defining factors of creating a well-fitted Qipao.
Fan Zhou Solo Exhibition
Venue: Camellia Culture & Business Centre
Dates: 10 Sep Saturday 14:00 (By Invitation Only), 11-17 Sep Free Admission
- Master calligraphist Fan Zhou presents his solo calligraphy exhibition in Singapore presented
Forum on Contemporary Chinese Culture in an Intercultural World
Venue: Singapore Management University (81 Victoria St Singapore 188065)
Date: 13 Sep Tuesday 14:30 (Open to public)
- The Forum on Contemporary Chinese Culture in an Intercultural World is jointly organised by the Singapore Management University School of Social Sciences, the National Institute for Cultural Development and China Institute for Cultural Trade Research.
- The forum will facilitate an academic discussion on Contemporary Chinese Culture in an Intercultural World and Development.
One Road One Belt, Silk Road Journey Photography Exhibition
Venue: China Cultural Center
Date: 13 Sep Tuesday 17:00 (By Invitation Only), 14-28 Sep Free Admission
- Featuring the work of award-winning National Geographic Magazine photographer Michael Yamashita, this photography exhibition, ‘Silk Road Journey’ pays tribute to legendary explorers Zheng He and Marco Polo by retracing their journeys through the ancient trade routes.
- Supported by Reignwood Group
Gala Event
Venue: To be confirmed
Date: 13 Sep Tuesday 18:30 (By Invitation Only)
- In celebration of the opening of the ‘Silk Road Photography Exhibition’ CCW will host a gala event that will feature a performance by world renown cellist Qin Li Wei and an exciting live art show by master calligrapher Fan Zhou.
- Cultural ambassador awards will also be presented to CCW’s inaugural ambassadors artists Fan Zhou, Qin Li Wei and Gao Xiao Wu.
Entrance to all the exhibitions are complimentary.
