梨园戏
Why it matters in Quanzhou
Its repertoire and performance vocabulary preserve important traces of Song–Yuan southern theatre while remaining a contemporary stage practice.
How to encounter it
A short introduction to the story and gesture system will make a performance easier to follow when English surtitles are unavailable.
Current performances, demonstrations and access conditions should be checked close to the travel date. A venue name alone does not guarantee that the tradition will be presented during your visit.
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