Since October 15, the entire water town of Wuzhen, called by some as China's Venice, has been transformed into a stage for performance artists to showcase their talent. Here, the streets and canals come alive with the sights of carnival, and drama is everywhere to be found. You might even bump into a famous director or actor at a local noodle stand.
Artists showcase their talent on the street during the 2021 Wuzhen Theatre Festival in Wuzhen, Zhejiang Province, China. /CGTN
The Wuzhen Theatre Festival, one of the premier festivals in Asia, is an annual event held in the ancient water town of Wuzhen, Zhejiang Province, east China. /CGTN
The 2021 Wuzhen Theatre Festival runs from October 15 to 24. /CGTN
The entire town of Wuzhen has been transformed into a stage, welcoming theater lovers from across the country. /CGTN