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The Ballet carnival

The 4th Beijing International Ballet and Choreography Competition will lift its curtains with an opening show at the capital on Aug 4.

From Aug 4-11, professional ballet dancers aged 14-22, along with choreographers aged 18-40, are encouraged to take part in the annual contest.

If you go:

7:30 pm, Aug 4. Theater, National Center for the Performing Arts, 2 West Chang'an Avenue, Xicheng district. 010-6655-0000.

Tickets: 80-400 yuan ($12-60)