China Performing Arts Agency (CPAA), founded in 1957, is subordinated to the Ministry of Culture of the People's Republic of China. Being a professional agency at the state level in the performing arts, it undertakes to sponsor the cultural exchange programs with governments of other countries; introducing art companies, groups and individuals from other countries intoChinaand sending Chinese art companies, groups and individuals overseas. In addition to this, it also manages tours on a commercial basis, recommends outstanding Chinese artists to international art festivals and competitions, and offers information and services relating to the show business