Marking Mozart's 270th birthday, the 29th Beijing Music Festival presents a stunning new production of The Magic Flute this October. Co-created by teams from Beijing, Hong Kong and Adelaide and performed by the London Philharmonic Orchestra, this classic opera receives a fresh, contemporary reinterpretation for modern audiences.

As China emerges as one of the world's leading inbound and outbound tourism destinations, booming cross-border exchanges are fueling vibrant cultural dialogue. CGTN anchor Julian Waghann sits down with director Zou Shuang and the lead performers to explore international artistic collaboration and the enduring appeal of classical music through a modern lens.