Crosstalk: A window into the world of Chinese humor

Crosstalk or Xiangsheng is a traditional Chinese comedic performance. It usually takes the form of a dialogue between two performers, although, at times, it can be in the form of a solo monologue. Over the years, the format has begun to gain popularity in the West too, with international performers coming to China. For some, it offers an opportunity to learn the language. For others, the format provides an insight into Chinese culture and sense of humor. Watch this video as David Moser and Julien Gaudfroy, two Western comics, share their insights on the comedy scene in China, the public’s sense of humor and what’s drawing international performers to the country. Subscribe us on Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/user/CCTVNEWSbeijing Download for IOS: https://itunes.apple.com/us/app/cctvnews-app/id922456579?l=zh&ls=1&mt=8 Download for Android: https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.imib.cctv Follow us on: Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/cctvnewschina Twitter: https://twitter.com/CCTVNEWS Google+: https://plus.google.com/+CCTVNEWSbeijing Tumblr: http://cctvnews.tumblr.com/ Weibo: http://weibo.com/cctvnewsbeijing