Dr. Larry Lee and Ms. Julia Zhu were invited to a dinner at the home of Mr. Tan Dun
On Christmas Eve, Larry and Julia were invited to a dinner at the home of Mr. Tan Dun, the composer of this opera. Dr. Larry Lee and Ms. Julia thoroughly exchanged views on this opera with Mr. Tan Dun and other related people of this opera group. This opera was stared by well-known opera performing artist, Placido Domingo, who played Emperor Qin, and directed by Mr. Zhang Yi Mo, a well-known Chinese director. This grandness and majesty of this opera gave audience a deep impression. This opera was quite a hit among US mainstream society. Dr. Henry Kissinger, former US Secretary of State, Senator S. R. Clinton, Mayor of New York City, Michael Bloomberg and other important guests enjoyed this opera. This opera would be performed officially in Beijing during 2008 Olympic games. After being refined further, this opera would be a highlight among the events associated with Beijing 2008 Olympic games
