National Quyi Week takes place in Ningbo

The 2020 National Intangible Cultural Heritage Quyi Week is taking place in Ningbo, East China's Zhejiang province, from Oct 9 to 14.

This year's Quyi Week is jointly hosted by the intangible cultural heritage department and the art department under the Ministry of Culture and Tourism, the Zhejiang Provincial Department of Culture and Tourism and the Ningbo municipal government.

The festival aims to integrate the traditional art form into modern life with online and offline events.

During the festival, 258 selected performances are being screened on online platforms, experts and artists join in discussions, and Ningbo citizens and tourists can attend performances at local communities, schools, scenic spots and hotels.