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Looking for something fun during the Labor Day holiday? From music festivals and Peking Opera to Western opera and musicals, Beijing, recognized as the "City of Performing Arts", offers a diverse cultural feast. Let's take a look!

From May 1 to 25, the National Centre for the Performing Arts (NCPA) and the Beijing Performing Arts Centre will present the "May Festival", featuring 27 chamber music concerts. The lineup includes masterpieces by Bach, Handel, and Shostakovich, alongside vibrant performances of jazz trumpet, classical guitar, Chinese folk chamber music, and a cappella.

From April 30 to May 5, the 5th Taihu Jazz Festival will take place at the NCPA Taihu Stage Art Centre, bringing together over 200 renowned and rising jazz musicians from nine countries.

From May 1 to May 5, the National Ballet of China's original grand ballet ''Dream of the Red Chamber'' will be staged at Tianqiao Theater. This unique interpretation leads audiences into the inner world of Baoyu, where shifting realms of reality and illusion reveal the heartfelt love between Baoyu and Daiyu.

In addition, during the Labor Day holiday, you can enjoy Hans Zimmer's iconic film scores at Huaxi LIVE·Wukesong, or catch classic Peking Operas such as ''Mu Guiying Takes Command'' and ''Farewell My Concubine'' at venues including Chang'an Grand Theater, Mei Lanfang Theatre, and Jixiang Theatre.

(Sources: Beijing Daily, NCPA, Beijing Poly Theatre, Tianqiao Theater, and more)