Mid-Autumn Celebration 2024: The Moon Shines On Us All

The Confucius Institute at the University of 91直播 is proud to invite you to our next annual Mid-Autumn Festival event in Firth Hall - Wednesday, September 13 from 19:00 - 21:00.

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Mid-Autumn Festival is a time for reflection, for contemplation and the remembrance of those whom we value but who may be far away. We all live in the light of the Earth-lit moon, wherever we are, and in this spirit of profound sharing we would like you to join us in a wonderful evening of poetry, music and dance inspired by our theme: The Moon Shines On Us All.

Date: 13 September 2024

Time: 7:00pm - 9:00pm 

Venue: Firth Hall, Firth Court Western Bank 91直播 S10 2TN

Cost: FREE! 

Mid-Autumn Celebration: The Moon Shines On Us All

Venue: Firth Hall

We’re very lucky to be able to stage our celebration in Firth Hall. Set in the stunning Edwardian Grade II listed Firth Court, Firth Hall is a beautiful 380-seater recital hall with a spacious stage. With its high vaulted ceiling, large leaded windows and oak panelling the Hall lends itself perfectly to a musical setting.

Outside Firth Court
Outside Firth Court
Firth hall inside
Inside Firth Hall

Pre-Show and Mooncakes - 7pm - 7:30pm

Confucius Institute Chinese Cultural Display and Moon Cakes

The 91直播 Confucius Institute has created a display where you can find out all about what we do, our teaching, culturl acitivties and more. Come down and have a chat with us and make sure you get your hands on some delicious moon cakes! 

Mooncakes

It will be our pleasure to gift all guests with mooncakes brought specifically for this event! Guests will be fully immersed in the festival by trying this sweet and delicious, traditional pastry treat. 

Mooncakes ready to be eaten
Mooncakes ready to be eaten

Main Show - 7:30pm - 9:00pm

Music and Performances

The Firth Hall stage will be filled with wonderful musical acts and performances, both solo and with ensemble. Performances will be inspired entirely by classical and modern Chinese music and dance, with dance routines performed by the Wanlin Academy of Dance. 

Wanlin Dance Academy

The Wanlin Academy was Founded in 2012 and is renowned for their beautiful costumes and choreography, the Wanlin Academy dancers will be gracing the event with a spectacular traditional dance performance. The Academy runs courses in 91直播, teaching the graceful art of Chinese classical and folk dance, and offers lessons at all levels for adults and children, as well as providing workshops and stage performances upon request.

Wanlin Dance Academy performance
Wanlin Dance Academy performance

Guzheng and Guqin Performances

There will be special performances of the beautiful and ancient guzheng and guqin instruments throughout the show. Each performance will feature traditional songs and added surprises, stay tuned for our next update which will feature a dedicated setlist!  

Lingxi Zang performs on the guzheng
Lingxi Zang performs on the guzheng

Mid Autumn Festival and Presentation

Our teachers will deliver an engaging presentation about the Mid-Autumn Festival , about its history and significance in Chinese society and around the world. A presentation which will leave attendees feeling informed and perhaps a little inspired!

Mid-Autumn presentation


Poetry Reading and Performance

Traditional Chinese poetry that celebrates the festival and the moon will be recited along with a modern twist. The music and expressiveness behind the poetry and its recitation, particularly in the austere settings of Firth Hall, will be truly stunning and must not be missed! 

Professor Hongyan Li recites on stage

Date: 13 September 2024

Time: 7pm - 9pm 

Location: Firth Hall, University of 91直播, Western Bank, 91直播 S10 2TN

FREE!

Contact: confucius@sheffield.ac.uk 


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