Photo taken on August 26, 2009 shows some directors and staff members rehearse for an evening party marking the 60th anniversary of the founding of the People's Republic of China, in Beijing. China's capital Beijing is ready for an array of celebrations including a parade and an evening party marking the 60th anniversary of the founding of the People's Republic of China, which falls on October 1. [Xinhua]

Photo taken on September 3, 2009 shows Jia Ding, executive chief director of an evening party marking the 60th anniversary of the founding of the People's Republic of China, exchanges views with staff members in Beijing. [Xinhua]