China Pingju Stars Catalog

Author: Zhang Ping
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Publish Date: 2004-02-01
Features: Like other art forms, Ping Opera has its own historical development process, with ups and downs, as well as periods of prosperity and glory. Over its hundred-year history since its inception, it has taken a winding and extraordinary path. On this long journey, it has withstood several storms, yet it has not withered, collapsed, or been destroyed. Instead, it hasly survived and thrived. Its development is the result of the hard work and sweat of many predecessors in the art! Those who have contributed to it each have a history of struggle and tears, having endured countless hardships in their lives. From a despised folk art, Ping Opera has evolved into a major theatrical genre in China, entered the silver screen and television, and even crossed borders. Their struggles are inseparable from this achievement. Writing the book "A Who's Who of Ping Opera Stars in China" was an attempt to dedicate some time and effort to record the famous old artists, predecessors, and influential actors of Ping Opera from its inception, along with their struggles, efforts, entrepreneurial spirit, and glorious achievements. This is to leave some traces and a precious spiritual wealth for the cause of Ping Opera, for future generations to learn from, summarize, and draw inspiration from, which is undoubtedly beneficial.