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While Cantonese opera has deep roots in Chinese culture, the underground J-pop scene only emerged in the city in 2015. For opera, Woo was influenced by her grandfather who worked on lighting for ...

Traditional Chinese culture is the spiritual lifeline of the Chinese nation and the foundation of China's cultural confidence. Cantonese Opera, as an intangible cultural heritage, is a cultural ...

In mainland China, children as young as three begin Cantonese opera training, in specialised government-run schools, learning the art form alongside a standard curriculum. Hong Kong lacks such ...

The Hong Kong Metropolitan University on Friday launched a new online library that features English translations of classic ...

But my patience gradually got better. And, of course, my Chinese, too.” Despite these positive traits, perhaps the best way for Cantonese opera to survive and thrive might simply be for us to ...

"I switched totally my thoughts about China... I really love Chinese people because they're so kind," said Latvian journalist Host Kaspars.

Established in 1972, the ornate venue was the proving ground for generations of performers in the city and mainland China, and was lauded as the "palace" of Cantonese opera. Its lobby was adorned with ...

the most well-known types of Chinese opera were Peking opera performed in the north of China, and Cantonese opera, known as ‘yuet kuk’ (粵曲; Cantonese songs) instead of ‘xiqu’ (戲曲 ...

While Cantonese opera has deep roots in Chinese culture, the underground J-pop scene only emerged in the city in 2015. For opera, Woo was influenced by her grandfather who worked on lighting for ...

Appealing to a younger audience, Rika Woo dons a white J-pop-style sleeveless top and a long white skirt embroidered with lace as she performs Japanese songs for an energetic group of fans in Hong ...