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As part of the festival "Chinese New Year in Moscow" in the center of the capital Manezhnaya Square We've prepared a program of traditional Chinese arts. From February 16 to March 1, free creative workshops are open to guests.
Under the guidance of renowned masters from Beijing, experts from the Confucius Institute of the Russian State University for the Humanities (RSUH), Chinese students from Moscow universities, and representatives of cultural associations, visitors can create a unique souvenir with ancient symbols. The festival is part of the project Winter in Moscow.
Manezhnaya Square has become a vibrant creative hub. Classes are held in pavilions decorated in the spirit of an ancient Eastern festival.
On February 18, from 2:00 PM to 4:00 PM, specialists from the Confucius Institute at the Russian State University for the Humanities will teach everyone how to depict geraniums, bamboo under snow, and snow-covered camellias on canvas.
On February 19 at 3:00 PM, Chinese students will help make traditional lanterns, and at 5:00 PM, a fitting room for traditional Hanfu clothing will open.
On February 20 at 11:00 AM, calligraphy lessons will be held, during which teachers from the Confucius Institute at the Russian State University for the Humanities will help students write the character for "happiness." At 12:00 PM, participants will learn the art of paper cutting—jianzhi.
The weekend program will be even more exciting. On Saturday, February 21st, at 3:00 PM, guests will be able to create a replica of a real Chinese sword with the Yarko animation studio. On February 22nd, at 3:00 PM, there will be a workshop on making a New Year's firecracker with a secret "Shot of Luck" mechanism. And at 4:00 PM, the whole family can join the "Sweet Confession" activity and create a memorable gift.
On February 23 at 7:00 PM, art lovers will master the art of ink and watercolour painting in a Chinese painting class, or guohua, painting plum blossoms under snow in the cei style. On February 24 at 3:00 PM, residents will perform the shadow theatre performance "Tales of the Celestial Empire," and at 5:00 PM, they will attend a workshop on making Chinese pinwheel drums. And on February 25 at 3:00 PM, guests will craft traditional red envelopes, or hongbao, for gifts and wishes.
Tea ceremonies, where masters share the philosophy of this ancient ritual, hold a special place in the program. The next events will take place on February 19 at 1:30 PM and February 23 at 1:00 PM.
Exciting creative workshops for the whole family will also be held in other Moscow districts. On February 21st and 22nd on Koptevsky Boulevard (4:00 PM) and on February 22nd on Admirala Rudneva Street (6:00 PM), guests will be taught how to create Chinese lanterns, symbols of light and good fortune, out of paper.
All master classes are held daily from morning until evening. It is recommended to confirm the schedule on site. Changes to the schedule and the schedule of other festival events are published online. Russpass.
The "Chinese New Year in Moscow" festival runs from February 16 to March 1. It is organized by the Moscow Government with the support of the Russian Ministry of Foreign Affairs and the Embassy of the People's Republic of China in Russia. Concurrently with the festival, from February 19 to 22, the "Moscow Maslenitsa" festival in Beijing will take place.
Winter in Moscow — the main event of the season. The project aims to strengthen social and family ties, create an atmosphere of unity and mutual support, and assist those currently defending the Motherland. Through a variety of programs, including cultural, educational, and sporting events, it brings together Muscovites and visitors of all ages and interests, creating an environment for creative development, active recreation, and warm communication. Particular attention is paid to supporting participants and veterans of the special military operation and their families, as well as all those providing assistance to the front.
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