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Chinese Bridge Program "China-Zhejiang Opera Journey"

Student Recruitment Notice

Dear Greek Students and International Scholars,

Are you eager to immerse yourself in traditional Chinese opera art and explore the unique charm of Zhejiang culture? The "Small Town, Grand Opera: China-Zhejiang Opera Journey Under Sino-Greek Civilizational Exchange" program is here! Join us now!

I. Basic Program Information

• Program Name: Small Town, Grand Opera: China-Zhejiang Opera Journey Under Sino-Greek Civilizational Exchange
• Duration: July 15–28, 2025 (14 days, including arrival and departure)
• Target Participants:
  • Non-Chinese nationals (non-native Chinese speakers) aged 14–30 from Greece and Europe, including university/high school students and international students in China.
  • Basic exposure to Chinese language and interest in Chinese opera culture required.
• Quota: 20 students (Minors require a supervising teacher at a ratio of 1:10)
• Locations: Hangzhou, Shaoxing, Jinhua, Wenzhou, Zhejiang Province, China
• Organizer: Communication University of Zhejiang (Hangzhou, China).

II. Cost Details

(A) Covered by the Organizer:

1. Accommodation, meals, and local transportation during the program.
2. Full tuition waiver for all courses.

(B) Self-Paid Expenses:

1. International round-trip airfare: Estimated €800–€1,200 (subject to actual booking dates).
2. Personal expenses: Visa fees, travel insurance, and leisure activities.
3. Intercity transportation: Approximately €80/person for four city transfers (Hangzhou–Shaoxing–Jinhua–Wenzhou–Hangzhou).
4. Cultural experience fees: Optional activities in each city (€40–50/city, 4 cities total).

III. Program Highlights

This program explores Zhejiang’s representative operas, such as Shaoxing Yue Opera, Jinhua Wu Opera, and Wenzhou Ou Opera—all recognized as national-level intangible cultural heritage.

1. Expert Guidance:

• Led by Luo Tong (renowned director and Greek theater scholar, a key figure in Sino-Greek cultural exchange).
• Taught by professors from Communication University of Zhejiang.

2. Immersive Cultural Experiences:

• Traditional opera immersion: Appreciation of classic performances, costume and makeup trials, vocal and gestures & postures training.
• Four cultural cities: Hangzhou (West Lake), Shaoxing (Yue Opera Museum), Jinhua (Shuanglong Cave), Wenzhou (Birthplace of Southern Opera).

3. New Media Practice:

• Participate in a short video creation workshop; outstanding works will be showcased on a dedicated TikTok account. Certificates awarded upon completion.

IV. Core Schedule

V. Application Process

1. Required Documents:

• Passport copy, proof of enrollment, Chinese proficiency certificate (if applicable).
• Optional: Personal statement of artistic specialties.

2. Deadline: June 1, 2025 (early submission encouraged).

VI. Contact Information

• Program Coordinator: Ms. Qian； Yang
• Email: [Αυτή η διεύθυνση ηλεκτρονικού ταχυδρομείου προστατεύεται από τους αυτοματισμούς αποστολέων ανεπιθύμητων μηνυμάτων. Χρειάζεται να ενεργοποιήσετε τη JavaScript για να μπορέσετε να τη δείτε.；Αυτή η διεύθυνση ηλεκτρονικού ταχυδρομείου προστατεύεται από τους αυτοματισμούς αποστολέων ανεπιθύμητων μηνυμάτων. Χρειάζεται να ενεργοποιήσετε τη JavaScript για να μπορέσετε να τη δείτε.]
• Phone: [+86 18657150119； +86 19016903283 ]

Join us in this transcultural artistic journey bridging China and Greece!

International Cooperation Office

Communication University of Zhejiang

April 7, 2025