In March, the National Centre for the Performing Arts and the Beijing Performing Arts Centre will present a lineup of remarkable performances. Check if any of these fancies you.

Hamburg Ballett's "A Mid-summer Night's Dream"

After a 13-year hiatus, the world-renowned Hamburg Ballett will once again grace the stage of the National Centre for the Performing Arts with its classic masterpiece, "A Midsummer Night's Dream". The elegance of ballet beautifully blends with the dramatic intensity of Shakespeare's play, conjuring a magical and romantic mid-summer night's dream.

Venue: Opera House, National Centre for the Performing Arts

Time: March 28 to 30

Original Musical "Sunset Blvd." Starred by Sarah Brightman

Sarah Brightman, renowned as the "Goddess of the Moon", will deliver a captivating performance throughout the musical. With its glamorous stage design, exquisite costumes, and breathtaking lighting and sound effects, the production will take the audience on a journey back to the Golden Age of Hollywood.

Time: March 27 to April 13

Venue: Opera House, Beijing Performing Arts Centre

Wiener Symphoniker's Concert

The Wiener Symphoniker, hailed as one of the preeminent orchestras in the world of classical music, will visit Beijing for musical and cultural exchanges.

Time: March 29 to 30

Venue: Concert Hall, Beijing Performing Arts Centre

Time: April 2 to 4

Venue: Concert Hall, National Centre for the Performing Arts

2025 International Piano Series: Rudolf Buchbinder Piano Recital

The legendary pianist Rudolf Buchbinder will perform a selection of iconic works, including Beethoven's "Sonata Pathétique", "Moonlight Sonata", and "Appassionata", Mozart's "Twelve Variations on 'Ah vous dirai-je, Maman'", and Schubert's Impromptus.

Time: March 11 to 12

Venue: Concert Hall, National Centre for the Performing Arts

Sir András Schiff and Cappella Andrea Barca

Acclaimed in particular for his master interpretations of the works of Bach and Mozart, Sir András Schiff will perform their major works with his own ensemble, the Cappella Andrea Barca.

Time: March 15 to 16

Venue: Concert Hall, National Centre for the Performing Arts

Symphonic Drama "Romeo and Juliet"

Zhang Jiemin (conductor), Jiao Yuanpu (writer) and Wang Yaoqing (actor) will join hands with the NCPA Orchestra to bring Shakespeare's timeless love story to life through a captivating blend of symphonic music and theatrical performance.

Time: March 9 to 10

Venue: Concert Hall, National Centre for the Performing Arts

Original Suspense Drama "Suspect Sherlock Holmes"

Prepare for a show with explosive twists and mind-bending intrigues, which is also a tribute to the original stories of a great detective. Join Sherlock Holmes, who will become "wanted", and his steadfast companion John Watson as they embark on a thrilling quest for the truth with their unmatched intelligence and friendship!

Time: March 20 to 30

Venue: Multi-functional Theatre, National Centre for the Performing Arts

(Source: Official WeChat account of the National Centre for the Performing Arts)