A film of one of the most celebrated theatrical performances in recent Chinese Theatre. It is set along the Silk Road and in the Mogao Caves and tells the story of how the famous apsara murals were painted.
David Eckel: Buddhism 3-4 of 24
The third and fourth lectures by Prof David Eckel on the history of Buddhism looks at the doctrine of reincarnation and then the life of the Buddha.
Dunhuang, Soul of the Dances (8 of 8)
The final part of this series focuses on the music and dance fantasia The Flowers of the Silk Road and the impact it has had in China and abroad.
David Eckel: Buddhism 1-2 of 24
The first two lectures by Prof David Eckel on the history of Buddhism gives a course overview and a look at the background to the society the Buddha was born into
Dunhuang, Lost Music of the Stone Chamber (7 of 8)
A look at some of the musical notation manuscripts found at Dunhuang and their interpretation in modern times
The Voice of the Buddha
A documentary on the revival of Tipitaka chanting in modern times and a recording of some chanting from the festival in Kandy, Sri Lanka.
Dunhuang, The Heavenly Dance (6 of 8)
A look at the dances recorded in the murals at the Mogao Caves and how they have influenced recreations in the present day
Cosmopolitan India In Ancient and Medieval Times
A look at the cosmopolitan world of India and the many cultures and civilisations that have flourished there in a spirit of tolerance and beneficial interaction.
Dunhuang, Costumes in the Dunhuang Caves (5 of 8)
A look at the clothing displayed in the Mogao Caves, and the influence it is having on modern fashion design.
