This year will be the year 4705, the Year of the Boar. In the Chinese legend people born in the Year of the Boar are known to be pure of heart, generous and kind. Possessing inner strength and courage, they can take on any task and are driven by a passion for life. A Boar friend is one who listens, is sincere and trustworthy.
Each year, the Chinese Lunar New Year is celebrated in Washington, D.C. with a traditional parade and other festivities, which take place in Chinatown.
This exciting and colorful festival will include a parade, folk dances and musical bands. The popular Chinese Lion and Dragon Dances will be featured, as well as a five-story high firecracker that will be ignited at 4 p.m.
The festival is hosted by the Chinese Consolidated Benevolent Association, an umbrella organization that represents 30 Chinese-American organizations throughout the Greater Washington area.
2007 Chinese New Year Spectacular
Friday, January 26 at 12:30 and 8 p.m.
Saturday, January 27 at 2 and 8 p.m.
The George Washington University Lisner Auditorium
730 21st Street, NW, Washington, D.C.
Telephone: 202-994-6800
Presented by New Tang Dynasty Television, the dazzling Chinese New Year Spectacular is touring 26 major cities worldwide. The exciting show features over 200 artists in a celebration of the wonder of ancient Chinese culture through music and dance.
For More Information, visit: Chinese New Year Spectacular Web Site
