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    Chinese Beijing Opera performance

    Free Library of Philadelphia - Music Department

    Where:
    1901 Vine Street
    Philadelphia, PA 19103
    When:
    • Saturday June 1st 2024, 2:00pm to 4:00pm
    Discover the unique beauty of traditional Chinese Beijing Opera - an art form introduced to the American public by Beijing Opera Master Mei Lanfang on his celebrated 1929 tour of the United States. His performances were welcomed with fanfare and received rave reviews.

    Wonderful arias from Mei School's famous drama will be performed and accompanied by China's greatest love epic, "Song of Everlasting Sorrow" written by Bai Juyi from the Tang Dynasty.

    This performance honors Master Mei Lanfang and his artistry. It includes an exhibition of photos, beautiful Chinese Opera costumes, books, and more. The performance is presented by the US Chinese Opera Society.

    Both Chinese and English subtitles will be provided.

    Do you have questions about this event? Contact the Head of the Music Department by phone at 215-686-5316 or by email at erefmus@freelibrary.org.

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