Core Points - The 24th China Shanghai International Arts Festival commenced on October 17, featuring over 500 events and more than 1,200 performances over a month-long period, showcasing global artistic resources and enhancing cultural life for citizens [10][9][12] - The festival has become a significant platform for cultural exchange, attracting participation from over 800 art groups and more than 66,000 artists from over 80 countries and regions since its inception in 1999 [9][10] - The festival emphasizes high-quality performances, with approximately 60% of the main performances being international projects, and over 90% of them making their Shanghai debuts [10][11] Event Highlights - The opening performance featured "Taihe Zhengyin - A Collection of Kunqu from the Forbidden City," produced by the Shanghai Kunqu Troupe and the Palace Museum, marking the festival's artistic charm [8][10] - Renowned international ensembles such as the Vienna Philharmonic and the Dresden State Orchestra are participating, alongside significant Chinese productions like "Bailu Yuan" and "Fanhua" [10][11] - The festival includes various sub-venues across Jiangsu, Zhejiang, and Anhui, and features a cultural week in the Guangdong-Hong Kong-Macao Greater Bay Area [11][12] Community Engagement - The festival aims to integrate art into public spaces, with initiatives like "Art Sky" allowing citizens to enjoy performances in various urban locations, enhancing accessibility to cultural experiences [12][13] - Over 60 events are planned under the "Art Sky" initiative, featuring nearly 2,000 artists from over 30 countries, promoting community engagement and cultural appreciation [13][14] Economic Impact - The festival is exploring the "Art+" model to convert artistic engagement into economic growth, enhancing the synergy between cultural tourism and local businesses [14][15] - Collaborative efforts with major internet platforms and transportation services aim to create comprehensive travel packages, boosting local tourism and cultural consumption [15]

文化和旅游部党组成员、副部长卢映川，上海市委常委、宣传部部长赵嘉鸣，上海市人大常委会副 主任张全，上海市副市长解冬，上海市政协副主席金兴明，国家大剧院院长王宁，山西省委常委、宣传 部部长张碧涌，河南省副省长宋争辉，陕西省副省长徐明非等出席开幕仪式。 开幕仪式后，与会中外嘉宾共同欣赏了由上海昆剧团与故宫博物院联合出品的开幕演出《太和正音 ——故宫昆曲萃集》（第一季）。 本届艺术节秉持"艺术的盛会、人民大众的节日"办节宗旨，于10月17日至11月27日举行，涵盖"艺 享全球"舞台演出、"艺聚百家"国际对话、"艺通世界"国际演艺大会、"艺术天空"惠民活动、"艺美全 城"艺术教育、"艺创未来"扶青计划、"艺览纷呈"城市联动和"艺展无限"融合创新等八大板块，将举办 各类演出展览活动500余项，共计1200余场。 解放日报讯 10月17日，第二十四届中国上海国际艺术节在上海开幕。 中国上海国际艺术节由文化和旅游部主办、上海市政府承办，自1999年至今已举办23届，累计吸引 来自80多个国家和地区的800余家境外艺术团体和66000余名艺术家参与，直接覆盖中外观众超8000万人 次。 ...

Core Points - The 24th China Shanghai International Arts Festival will take place from October 17 to November 27, featuring over 500 performances and exhibitions, totaling more than 1,200 events [2][7] - Nearly 60% of the main performances are international projects, with almost 90% being premieres in Shanghai, including 11 exclusive international projects [2][5] - The festival will showcase a diverse range of performances from top global arts institutions and renowned artists, including Mahler's complete symphonies and unique operatic presentations [4][6] Group 1: Festival Highlights - The opening performance will be a collaboration between the Shanghai Kunqu Opera Troupe and the Palace Museum, featuring the Kunqu opera "Taihe Zhengyin" [2] - The closing concert will be conducted by Daniel Harding with the Santa Cecilia Orchestra, presenting classics from Verdi, Ravel, and Rachmaninoff [2] - Notable performances include the Stuttgart Ballet's "Romeo and Juliet" and the Bavarian State Opera's six-day opera carnival [4][5] Group 2: Chinese Original Works - The festival will present original Chinese stage productions, including a new version of Sartre's "Dirty Hands" by the National Theatre of China and a dance drama "Kizil" celebrating the 70th anniversary of Xinjiang [5][6] - Collaborations between Chinese and international artists will feature works like "He Xi Drama: Master’s Night" and the semi-staged opera "Women’s Heart" [5][6] Group 3: Regional and Community Engagement - The festival will extend to regional venues in Jiangsu, Zhejiang, and Anhui, with a focus on cultural exchange through performances and exhibitions [7] - The "Art Sky" initiative will involve nearly 2,000 artists from over 30 countries, bringing global artistic resources to public spaces [7] Group 4: New Initiatives - The festival introduces "ARTRA Self-Defined Art," showcasing cross-disciplinary stage works, including a large-scale performance installation [8]