Thursday, November 29, 6:00 p.m.
The Metropolitan Museum of Art

Tan Dun, composer
Maxwell K. Hearn, Douglas Dillon Curator in Charge of Asian Art

World-renowned composer Tan Dun will discuss his vision for restaging the classic kunqu opera Peony Pavilion in the Metropolitan’s Astor Court. Joining him will be Maxwell K. Hearn, Douglas Dillon Curator in Charge of the Department of Asian Art, who organized the complementary exhibition Chinese Gardens: Pavilions, Studios, Retreats. The exhibition demonstrates that China’s enclosed gardens, an integral part of residential and palace architecture, have long served as sites for literary gatherings, theatrical performances, and imaginary outings.

Tan Dun (譚盾) is a Chinese contemporary classical composer, most widely known for his scores for the movies Crouching Tiger, Hidden Dragon and Hero.

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