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Selfie - New Peking Opera: Creative Revisions of China's Musical Essence

New Peking Opera: Creative Revisions of China's Musical Essence

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05/08/19 • 25 min

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Peking Opera, also known as the national opera of China, is a form of Chinese opera that combines music, vocal performance, mime, dance, and acrobatics. Originating in the Qing Dynasty in the mid-nineteenth century, it has become one of the most influential and representative of all operas in China. Yet this art is struggling to maintain its enchantment in modern society, as younger generations are exposed to many other forms of entertainment. To tackle this situation, a group of professionals is trying to revive the time-honored art by adding new elements into it. What chemistry it has produced? Has it gained recognition of the fans nationwide?

05/08/19 • 25 min

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