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To commemorate the 120th anniversary of the birth of Peking Opera master Shang Xiaoyun (1900-76), a series of performances were staged last month at Yifu Theater to entertain theatergoers of all ages. Shang was known for his powerful, clear vocals and impressive depiction of courageous and heroic female characters on the Peking Opera stage. Founder of the Shang school, he developed distinctive disciplines for generations of Peking Opera performers. Continue reading “Following in footsteps of Peking Opera legend”


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