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By Laura Porter, About.com Guide to London Travel

Chinese New Year Celebrations in London

Saturday February 17, 2007
The National Portrait Gallery is celebrating Chinese New Year today (Saturday 17 February 2007) with a range of activities including storytelling, mask-making, and special dance performances.

Chinese Tales and Stories

1pm, 2pm, and 3pm
Hear enchanting tales of the Year of the Pig. Drop-in session, no ticket required.

Opera Mask-Making
11.30am, repeated at 2.30pm
A chance to make and decorate your own special Chinese opera mask. Tickets required and available on the day from the Information Desk in the Main Hall. Suitable for children aged 5+ and their carers.

Dance Performances
3.30pm
A chance to see three traditional Chinese dances in the Main Hall.
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